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1.5 Human Nervous System
General Science · Grade 11 · 11 lessons in the design
What you will be able to do
- relate the components of the nervous system to their functions
- classify neurons based on their structure and functions in human beings
- describe the transmission of impulses along the neuron and across a synapse
- explain simple and conditioned reflex actions in human beings
- appreciate the significance of simple and conditioned reflex actions in human beings
Key questions
“How does the nervous system contribute to healthy functioning of the human body?”
Lessons
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The nervous system
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizDescribe the components of the nervous system in a mammal.
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The central nervous system
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizDescribe the structure and functions of the central nervous system.
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The peripheral nervous system
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizDescribe the peripheral nervous system.
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The structure of a neuron
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizDescribe the structure of a neuron and relate it to its function.
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Types of neurons
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizClassify neurons by their structure and functions.
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Transmission of impulses along a neuron
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizDescribe how an impulse travels along a neuron.
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Transmission across a synapse
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizDescribe how an impulse crosses a synapse.
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Simple reflex actions
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizExplain simple reflex actions in human beings.
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Conditioned reflex actions
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizExplain conditioned reflex actions and their importance.
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The nervous system, first aid and safety
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizRelate the nervous system to first aid and safety.
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Review of the nervous system
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizReview the nervous system, neurons, impulses and reflexes.