Nerves and Hormones (Nervous System, Control in the Human body & Plants)

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Name the five sensory organs?
Eyes, Tongue, Ears, Nose, Skin
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What does the CNS consist of?
Brain & Spinal Cord
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What is a receptor?
A group of cells that respond to a particular stimulus
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What is a synapse?
A junction between two neurones
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How does a motor neurone work?
It transmit signals from the central nervous system to the effector .
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Which two hormones can be used for fertility treatments?
FSH & LH
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What is a hormone?
Chemical substances secreted by glands
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Name the three ways water can leave the body and how?
Kidneys through Urination, Lungs through breathing & Skin through Sweating
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What is the definition of blood sugar levels?
It provides cells with a constant energy supplies
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Name 2 advantages of IVF
It gives infertile couples a chance to conceive & it has been proven to be safe.
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Name 2 disadvantages of IVF
It may not be successful & IVF can have possible side effects.
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How does FSH move from the pitutary gland to the ovaries?
through the bloodstream
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Describe the process of IVF
The egg will be fertilised outide of the mother's womb so it is able to form embyos. It will then be inserted back into the mother's womb.
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Why do IVF clinics want to reduce multiple births?
It will stop the chances of having premature babies or even having a miscarraige. This will be harmful to the mother.
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Name of the hormone plants reproduce
Auxins
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What are tropsims
Makes sure that any growth is towards water and ligt
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Where do positive tropsims grow to
Towards stimulus
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What are plant hormones used for
Weed Killers
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