Powepoint presentation on the Nervous System, its function and composition. Nerves and neurons - Nerve impulses- Synapse- Reflex action- Reflex arc. - Notes on the eye. links to further study
Homeostasis refers to the body's ability to maintain stable internal conditions such as temperature and glucose levels. It is regulated by negative feedback mechanisms. For example, temperature receptors in the skin sense changes and send signals to the hypothalamus in the brain. If body temperature rises, the hypothalamus activates sweating and blood vessel dilation to cool the body through evaporation. Conversely, it triggers shivering and vessel constriction when temperatures fall to conserve heat. Various organs also help regulate variables through hormones, like the liver controlling glucose with insulin secretion. The skin plays an important role in homeostasis through insulation, sweating, and temperature reception.
Mr Exham IGCSE - Movement In And Out Of Cellsmrexham
This document is a PowerPoint presentation on the processes of diffusion, osmosis, and active transport that allow substances to move in and out of cells. It defines each process and explains how surface area, temperature, and concentration gradients affect their rates. It also describes a simple experiment demonstrating diffusion using a semipermeable membrane and solutions with different sugar concentrations.
This document provides information about enzymes and how they function as biological catalysts in metabolic reactions. It discusses that enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in cells and do not get used in the reactions. The document describes how enzymes have an active site that binds to substrate molecules in a lock-and-key mechanism. It explains that temperature and pH can affect the shape of the active site and enzyme function, with most enzymes working best around body temperature and pH 7. It proposes a simple experiment using the enzyme amylase to show how reaction time is affected by temperature.
This document provides information about biological molecules and enzymes for an International GCSE Biology exam. It defines carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids as the three main types of biological molecules, and describes their structures and components. It also explains enzyme function using the lock and key theory and discusses how enzyme activity can be affected by changes in temperature and pH. Practical investigations are described for testing food samples for glucose, starch, protein and fat, as well as experiments on how enzyme activity of amylase is influenced by temperature and pH changes.
The document discusses how homeostasis is maintained in the body through various negative feedback systems. It provides examples of homeostasis for factors like temperature, pH, glucose, and water/salt content being kept constant. This allows enzymes to work effectively. It then discusses different mechanisms for regulating body temperature, such as blood vessels, hair, sweat glands, and metabolic rates. Large animals lose less heat than small animals due to lower surface area to volume ratios. Negative feedback systems involving insulin and glucagon help regulate blood glucose levels.
This is the first PowerPoint in the mrexham IGCSE Biology series. It is also available on iBooks.
It covers the Cells section from life processes of the Edexcel IGCSE Biology course
Powepoint presentation on the Nervous System, its function and composition. Nerves and neurons - Nerve impulses- Synapse- Reflex action- Reflex arc. - Notes on the eye. links to further study
Homeostasis refers to the body's ability to maintain stable internal conditions such as temperature and glucose levels. It is regulated by negative feedback mechanisms. For example, temperature receptors in the skin sense changes and send signals to the hypothalamus in the brain. If body temperature rises, the hypothalamus activates sweating and blood vessel dilation to cool the body through evaporation. Conversely, it triggers shivering and vessel constriction when temperatures fall to conserve heat. Various organs also help regulate variables through hormones, like the liver controlling glucose with insulin secretion. The skin plays an important role in homeostasis through insulation, sweating, and temperature reception.
Mr Exham IGCSE - Movement In And Out Of Cellsmrexham
This document is a PowerPoint presentation on the processes of diffusion, osmosis, and active transport that allow substances to move in and out of cells. It defines each process and explains how surface area, temperature, and concentration gradients affect their rates. It also describes a simple experiment demonstrating diffusion using a semipermeable membrane and solutions with different sugar concentrations.
This document provides information about enzymes and how they function as biological catalysts in metabolic reactions. It discusses that enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in cells and do not get used in the reactions. The document describes how enzymes have an active site that binds to substrate molecules in a lock-and-key mechanism. It explains that temperature and pH can affect the shape of the active site and enzyme function, with most enzymes working best around body temperature and pH 7. It proposes a simple experiment using the enzyme amylase to show how reaction time is affected by temperature.
This document provides information about biological molecules and enzymes for an International GCSE Biology exam. It defines carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids as the three main types of biological molecules, and describes their structures and components. It also explains enzyme function using the lock and key theory and discusses how enzyme activity can be affected by changes in temperature and pH. Practical investigations are described for testing food samples for glucose, starch, protein and fat, as well as experiments on how enzyme activity of amylase is influenced by temperature and pH changes.
The document discusses how homeostasis is maintained in the body through various negative feedback systems. It provides examples of homeostasis for factors like temperature, pH, glucose, and water/salt content being kept constant. This allows enzymes to work effectively. It then discusses different mechanisms for regulating body temperature, such as blood vessels, hair, sweat glands, and metabolic rates. Large animals lose less heat than small animals due to lower surface area to volume ratios. Negative feedback systems involving insulin and glucagon help regulate blood glucose levels.
This is the first PowerPoint in the mrexham IGCSE Biology series. It is also available on iBooks.
It covers the Cells section from life processes of the Edexcel IGCSE Biology course
Energy flows through ecosystems via food chains and webs. Producers, like plants, capture energy from the sun and convert it to chemical energy during photosynthesis. Consumers obtain energy by eating other organisms and are classified as herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores based on their diets. Energy and nutrients transfer between trophic levels with about 10% traveling to the next level, resulting in pyramids of numbers and biomass that narrow with each increasing trophic level. Key nutrients like carbon and nitrogen cycle through abiotic and biotic factors, being used and reused by different organisms in ecosystems.
The document discusses the endocrine system and hormones. It defines hormones as chemical substances produced by glands and carried by the blood that alter the activity of target organs. Specific endocrine glands and their secretions are identified, including the adrenal glands which secrete adrenaline during fight or flight situations to increase blood glucose and heart rate. The effects of insulin, estrogen, and testosterone are also summarized.
Characteristics and classification of living organisms igcse o level 0610tilawat khan
The slides is about lesson characteristic and classification of living organism .
Course IGCSE O level Biology 0610
By Tilawat khan microbiology
Email:tk.microbiologist@gmail.com
Cambridge igcse biology ( 2016 2018) movement in and out of cells cellMr Tarek Saad Ibrahim
The document discusses different types of movement across cell membranes:
1) Diffusion is the passive movement of particles down a concentration gradient without using energy. Diffusion is important for photosynthesis, respiration, and nutrient absorption.
2) Osmosis is the passive movement of water through a semi-permeable membrane from a region of higher water potential to lower. In plants, osmosis allows water uptake and maintains turgor pressure.
3) Active transport moves particles against a concentration gradient using energy. Examples given are nitrate ion uptake in root hairs and glucose absorption in the small intestine.
This document discusses diffusion and osmosis in cells. It describes diffusion as the movement of particles from an area of higher concentration to lower concentration down a concentration gradient. Osmosis is defined as the movement of water molecules from an area of lower solute concentration to higher solute concentration in order to dilute the solution. The document contains diagrams and experiments to demonstrate these concepts, such as showing how plant and animal cells react differently in hypertonic and hypotonic solutions through shrinking and bursting.
There are two transport systems in plants - xylem and phloem. Xylem vessels transport water and minerals up from the roots through hollow tubes made of lignin. Phloem vessels transport sugars and amino acids throughout the plant through living cells connected by pores. Water moves up xylem vessels through capillary action and transpiration. Transpiration is the loss of water vapor from leaves through stomata and is affected by temperature, wind, humidity, and light intensity. Plants have adaptations like waxy cuticles, sunken stomata, and water storage to reduce water loss in dry climates.
This document defines key terms related to disease transmission and the immune system. It explains that pathogens can transmit diseases through direct or indirect contact. The body has mechanical, chemical, and cellular defenses against pathogens, including white blood cells that distinguish self from non-self and produce antibodies. Vaccination exposes the body to harmless antigens to trigger antibody production and develop immunological memory for long-term protection. Both active and passive immunity are described, with active immunity resulting from infection or vaccination and producing memory cells, while passive immunity involves acquiring antibodies without memory cell development.
Cell - cell structure - Tissues, Organ systems and organisms (IGCSE Biology)Vasiliki Makrygianni
Presentation on the Cell structure, organelles, tissues, organ systems and organisms. Designed for IGCSE Cambridge Biology
Added sample exam style questions to test your knowledge at the end of the slides.
Cell division and inheritance allows organisms to grow and pass genetic information between generations. During cell division, DNA is replicated and divided between new cells so they have the same characteristics. There are two types of cell division: mitosis and meiosis. Mitosis produces identical cells while meiosis produces gametes with half the number of chromosomes. Genes determine traits and alleles are different forms of genes. Dominant alleles show up in offspring while recessive alleles only show if an organism is homozygous recessive. Genetic crosses using Punnett squares can predict offspring genotypes and phenotypes from parent genotypes.
This document describes the circulatory systems of fish and mammals. It explains that fish have a single circulation where blood passes through the heart once to be oxygenated at the gills before circulating to the body. Mammals have a double circulation where blood passes through the heart twice - to the lungs to be oxygenated and then again to the body in separate circuits. The advantages of double circulation are that it increases blood pressure and flow to tissues, which is important for large mammals and those with high metabolic rates.
A Level Biology - Classification and Biodiversitymrexham
This is a PowerPoint presentation for Topic 3 in the Edexcel Biology B A Level course that starts in 2015.
This is a free sample, the full PowerPoint presentation is available to purchase here: https://sellfy.com/MrExham
This document provides an overview of key concepts in biology, including:
1) The eight main characteristics shared by living organisms: movement, respiration, sensitivity, growth, reproduction, excretion, nutrition.
2) There are estimated to be millions of living species, but only a small fraction have been identified and classified.
3) Classification systems group organisms into a hierarchy of kingdoms, phyla, classes, orders, families, genera, and species to show evolutionary relationships. The scientific name uses binomial nomenclature to identify each species.
Gaseous exchange involves the intake of oxygen and exhalation of carbon dioxide through breathing to fulfill the body's requirements. Respiration is the energy releasing process where glucose breaks down with oxygen to provide energy, while breathing is the voluntary physical process of gas exchange. Breathing in humans involves the air passageway which brings air through the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi and bronchioles to the lungs. In the lungs, oxygen diffuses into blood in the alveoli and carbon dioxide diffuses out, with inhalation increasing lung volume through rib and diaphragm movement and exhalation decreasing it. Physical activity increases the rate of breathing to expel more carbon dioxide produced
14 the characteristics of life - power pointKyle Austin
This document summarizes the key characteristics of living things. It states that all living things share the characteristics of being made of cells, reproducing, acquiring and using energy, responding to their environments, and having genetic information. It also discusses the hierarchical levels of organization from molecules to organisms. The document outlines the cell theory that all living things are made of cells, cells come from pre-existing cells, and cells are the basic unit of life. It describes the two main types of cells and different modes of cellular reproduction, movement, acquiring and using energy. The document summarizes how living things grow and develop, adapt and evolve in response to environmental changes through natural selection.
1. The document discusses the process of cellular respiration which releases energy from food in living cells. It occurs in three stages: breathing, internal respiration in the blood, and cellular respiration in cells.
2. Aerobic respiration uses oxygen to fully break down glucose, generating more ATP. Anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen, producing less ATP. It allows for short term energy needs like intense muscle activity.
3. The lungs take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide through breathing. Gases are exchanged between the alveoli and blood capillaries by diffusion down a concentration gradient.
Like Membrane, this is one of the shorter topics with less content to go through. More or less an extension of the mamal transport system, the gas exchange system should still be seen as an individual self-serving/ self-functioning system worthy of its own spotlight.
Homeostasis refers to the maintenance of a constant internal environment in the body. The body has mechanisms to keep key factors like temperature, water levels, and glucose concentration within normal ranges to allow cells to function properly. These mechanisms include sweating and vasodilation to cool the body down, vasoconstriction and piloerection to warm up, and insulin and glucagon regulation of glucose levels. The kidneys also help control water levels and remove waste from the blood in the form of urine.
Tropisms refer to directional growth responses in plants. These include phototropism, the growth response to light, and geotropism, the growth response to gravity. In phototropism, shoots grow towards light (positive phototropism) while roots grow away from light (negative phototropism). In geotropism, shoots grow away from gravity (negative geotropism) while roots grow towards gravity (positive geotropism). These directional growth responses are regulated by the plant hormone auxin.
Energy flows through ecosystems via food chains and webs. Producers, like plants, capture energy from the sun and convert it to chemical energy during photosynthesis. Consumers obtain energy by eating other organisms and are classified as herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores based on their diets. Energy and nutrients transfer between trophic levels with about 10% traveling to the next level, resulting in pyramids of numbers and biomass that narrow with each increasing trophic level. Key nutrients like carbon and nitrogen cycle through abiotic and biotic factors, being used and reused by different organisms in ecosystems.
The document discusses the endocrine system and hormones. It defines hormones as chemical substances produced by glands and carried by the blood that alter the activity of target organs. Specific endocrine glands and their secretions are identified, including the adrenal glands which secrete adrenaline during fight or flight situations to increase blood glucose and heart rate. The effects of insulin, estrogen, and testosterone are also summarized.
Characteristics and classification of living organisms igcse o level 0610tilawat khan
The slides is about lesson characteristic and classification of living organism .
Course IGCSE O level Biology 0610
By Tilawat khan microbiology
Email:tk.microbiologist@gmail.com
Cambridge igcse biology ( 2016 2018) movement in and out of cells cellMr Tarek Saad Ibrahim
The document discusses different types of movement across cell membranes:
1) Diffusion is the passive movement of particles down a concentration gradient without using energy. Diffusion is important for photosynthesis, respiration, and nutrient absorption.
2) Osmosis is the passive movement of water through a semi-permeable membrane from a region of higher water potential to lower. In plants, osmosis allows water uptake and maintains turgor pressure.
3) Active transport moves particles against a concentration gradient using energy. Examples given are nitrate ion uptake in root hairs and glucose absorption in the small intestine.
This document discusses diffusion and osmosis in cells. It describes diffusion as the movement of particles from an area of higher concentration to lower concentration down a concentration gradient. Osmosis is defined as the movement of water molecules from an area of lower solute concentration to higher solute concentration in order to dilute the solution. The document contains diagrams and experiments to demonstrate these concepts, such as showing how plant and animal cells react differently in hypertonic and hypotonic solutions through shrinking and bursting.
There are two transport systems in plants - xylem and phloem. Xylem vessels transport water and minerals up from the roots through hollow tubes made of lignin. Phloem vessels transport sugars and amino acids throughout the plant through living cells connected by pores. Water moves up xylem vessels through capillary action and transpiration. Transpiration is the loss of water vapor from leaves through stomata and is affected by temperature, wind, humidity, and light intensity. Plants have adaptations like waxy cuticles, sunken stomata, and water storage to reduce water loss in dry climates.
This document defines key terms related to disease transmission and the immune system. It explains that pathogens can transmit diseases through direct or indirect contact. The body has mechanical, chemical, and cellular defenses against pathogens, including white blood cells that distinguish self from non-self and produce antibodies. Vaccination exposes the body to harmless antigens to trigger antibody production and develop immunological memory for long-term protection. Both active and passive immunity are described, with active immunity resulting from infection or vaccination and producing memory cells, while passive immunity involves acquiring antibodies without memory cell development.
Cell - cell structure - Tissues, Organ systems and organisms (IGCSE Biology)Vasiliki Makrygianni
Presentation on the Cell structure, organelles, tissues, organ systems and organisms. Designed for IGCSE Cambridge Biology
Added sample exam style questions to test your knowledge at the end of the slides.
Cell division and inheritance allows organisms to grow and pass genetic information between generations. During cell division, DNA is replicated and divided between new cells so they have the same characteristics. There are two types of cell division: mitosis and meiosis. Mitosis produces identical cells while meiosis produces gametes with half the number of chromosomes. Genes determine traits and alleles are different forms of genes. Dominant alleles show up in offspring while recessive alleles only show if an organism is homozygous recessive. Genetic crosses using Punnett squares can predict offspring genotypes and phenotypes from parent genotypes.
This document describes the circulatory systems of fish and mammals. It explains that fish have a single circulation where blood passes through the heart once to be oxygenated at the gills before circulating to the body. Mammals have a double circulation where blood passes through the heart twice - to the lungs to be oxygenated and then again to the body in separate circuits. The advantages of double circulation are that it increases blood pressure and flow to tissues, which is important for large mammals and those with high metabolic rates.
A Level Biology - Classification and Biodiversitymrexham
This is a PowerPoint presentation for Topic 3 in the Edexcel Biology B A Level course that starts in 2015.
This is a free sample, the full PowerPoint presentation is available to purchase here: https://sellfy.com/MrExham
This document provides an overview of key concepts in biology, including:
1) The eight main characteristics shared by living organisms: movement, respiration, sensitivity, growth, reproduction, excretion, nutrition.
2) There are estimated to be millions of living species, but only a small fraction have been identified and classified.
3) Classification systems group organisms into a hierarchy of kingdoms, phyla, classes, orders, families, genera, and species to show evolutionary relationships. The scientific name uses binomial nomenclature to identify each species.
Gaseous exchange involves the intake of oxygen and exhalation of carbon dioxide through breathing to fulfill the body's requirements. Respiration is the energy releasing process where glucose breaks down with oxygen to provide energy, while breathing is the voluntary physical process of gas exchange. Breathing in humans involves the air passageway which brings air through the nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi and bronchioles to the lungs. In the lungs, oxygen diffuses into blood in the alveoli and carbon dioxide diffuses out, with inhalation increasing lung volume through rib and diaphragm movement and exhalation decreasing it. Physical activity increases the rate of breathing to expel more carbon dioxide produced
14 the characteristics of life - power pointKyle Austin
This document summarizes the key characteristics of living things. It states that all living things share the characteristics of being made of cells, reproducing, acquiring and using energy, responding to their environments, and having genetic information. It also discusses the hierarchical levels of organization from molecules to organisms. The document outlines the cell theory that all living things are made of cells, cells come from pre-existing cells, and cells are the basic unit of life. It describes the two main types of cells and different modes of cellular reproduction, movement, acquiring and using energy. The document summarizes how living things grow and develop, adapt and evolve in response to environmental changes through natural selection.
1. The document discusses the process of cellular respiration which releases energy from food in living cells. It occurs in three stages: breathing, internal respiration in the blood, and cellular respiration in cells.
2. Aerobic respiration uses oxygen to fully break down glucose, generating more ATP. Anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen, producing less ATP. It allows for short term energy needs like intense muscle activity.
3. The lungs take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide through breathing. Gases are exchanged between the alveoli and blood capillaries by diffusion down a concentration gradient.
Like Membrane, this is one of the shorter topics with less content to go through. More or less an extension of the mamal transport system, the gas exchange system should still be seen as an individual self-serving/ self-functioning system worthy of its own spotlight.
Homeostasis refers to the maintenance of a constant internal environment in the body. The body has mechanisms to keep key factors like temperature, water levels, and glucose concentration within normal ranges to allow cells to function properly. These mechanisms include sweating and vasodilation to cool the body down, vasoconstriction and piloerection to warm up, and insulin and glucagon regulation of glucose levels. The kidneys also help control water levels and remove waste from the blood in the form of urine.
Tropisms refer to directional growth responses in plants. These include phototropism, the growth response to light, and geotropism, the growth response to gravity. In phototropism, shoots grow towards light (positive phototropism) while roots grow away from light (negative phototropism). In geotropism, shoots grow away from gravity (negative geotropism) while roots grow towards gravity (positive geotropism). These directional growth responses are regulated by the plant hormone auxin.
The document discusses nervous control and homeostasis in humans. It describes the structure and functions of the human nervous system, including the central nervous system which coordinates body functions and the peripheral nervous system. It also describes reflex arcs and how sensory, relay and motor neurons work together to integrate stimuli and responses. Additionally, it discusses homeostasis as the maintenance of a constant internal environment and the roles of negative feedback and hormones like insulin and glucagon in regulating blood glucose levels.
The nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. It enables control of the body and provides feedback about the external world. The nervous system contains neurons that transmit electrochemical signals through electrical and chemical synapses. Sensory neurons carry signals from receptors to the central nervous system, while motor neurons carry signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands. Reflexes provide fast responses without involving conscious thought by forming neural pathways that bypass the brain.
Edexcell Biology;
Most year 10 & 11 syllabus points by ppt.
Used in lessons to scaffold class teaching and as a revision resource for students
These resources are from many sources
Stimulus and Response Worksheet 2 with Answers zfhh01
This worksheet clearly covers all aspects of coordination and control . Go through this video before solving it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRYvDbY-2E8
Hope this is helpful!!
The kidney removes waste from the body through excretion. It contains a cortex and medulla, and is made up of functional units called nephrons. Nephrons contain a glomerulus for ultrafiltration of blood and a tubule for reabsorption of needed substances like water and glucose before urine is formed. The kidney regulates water balance through processes like reabsorption and the hormone ADH to concentrate or dilute urine as needed.
This document outlines the syllabus statements and learning objectives for a unit on acids, bases and salts. It discusses the characteristic properties of acids and bases, including pH and indicators. It also covers the classification of oxides as acidic or basic, the preparation and purification of salts, and tests to identify aqueous cations, anions, and common gases. The objectives include describing acid-base reactions, the importance of pH in the environment, and suggesting methods to make salts from starting materials.
The document discusses several topics related to human physiology:
- Digestion and absorption in the small intestine, where villi increase surface area for absorption and different transport methods absorb nutrients.
- The blood system, including the structure and function of arteries, capillaries, and veins in circulating blood and transporting substances.
- Defense against infectious diseases, with the skin, mucous membranes, white blood cells, antibodies, and antibiotics providing protection.
- Gas exchange in the lungs, which are actively ventilated to maintain oxygen and carbon dioxide concentration gradients to enable passive exchange in alveoli.
This document outlines the key topics and concepts covered in a syllabus for a C5 Electricity & Chemistry course. It includes 9 points that describe electrolysis processes, products, and principles. Specifically, it covers how electrolysis breaks ionic compounds into simpler substances through the chemical effects of electricity. It also describes the use of electrodes, electrolytes, anodes and cathodes and how they relate to the reactions and products in different electrolysis examples, including molten salts, aqueous solutions, and metal refining. Finally, it mentions electroplating of metals and the industrial production of aluminum, chlorine, hydrogen and sodium hydroxide.
The document discusses the nervous system, endocrine system, and homeostasis. It states that the nervous system consists of neurons that carry electrical impulses between the central and peripheral nervous systems. The endocrine system consists of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream to target tissues. Homeostasis involves negative feedback mechanisms to maintain stable internal conditions like blood glucose levels and body temperature.
Acids, Bases and Salts (Chemistry 'O' level)Faiz Abdullah
Chemistry 'O' level syllabus: Acids, Bases & Salts
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The periodic table and identification of ionsCarole Paquette
The document summarizes key concepts about the periodic table, identification of ions and gases. It describes trends in properties for groups I and VII, such as how reactivity increases down group I due to electron shielding. Tests are outlined to identify aqueous cations, anions and common gases. Uses of transition metals and noble gases are briefly mentioned.
The document provides information about electrolysis, including:
1) Electrolysis is the chemical effect of electricity on ionic compounds, causing them to break up into simpler substances like elements.
2) During electrolysis, ions move to electrodes of opposite charge where chemical reactions occur - non-metals form at the anode and metals or hydrogen form at the cathode.
3) Examples of electrolysis include molten lead(II) bromide producing lead at the cathode and bromine at the anode, and aqueous copper(II) chloride producing copper at the cathode and chlorine at the anode.
The document is about acids and alkalis and their reactions. It discusses how acids and alkalis react to form salts and water through a neutralization reaction. It provides examples of reactions between acids and bases like metals, metal oxides, and carbonates. The document also covers acid rain, how it is formed from air pollution, and its environmental effects. It describes methods to reduce acid rain by limiting the emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides.
Hormones are chemical messengers secreted by endocrine glands into the bloodstream and transported to target cells. There are three main types of hormones: steroids, proteins, and tyrosine derivatives. Steroid hormones enter cells and interact directly with genes, while protein hormones bind to cell membrane receptors and trigger the release of intracellular secondary messengers. The hypothalamus controls the pituitary gland via the portal vein connecting it to the anterior pituitary, and via neurosecretory cells connecting it to the posterior pituitary, which stores hormones like ADH. ADH secretion is regulated by negative feedback in response to osmoreceptors in the hypothalamus.
The liver functions to regulate nutrient levels in the blood, store carbohydrates, iron, vitamins A and D, and synthesize plasma proteins and cholesterol. It also plays a key role in detoxification by breaking down old red blood cells and filtering toxins from the blood via the hepatic portal vein and sinusoids before blood exits through the hepatic vein. Excessive alcohol consumption can damage the liver by disrupting these important functions.
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inherited, progressive disorder caused by a mutation in the gene for the enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase. This prevents the breakdown of phenylalanine, causing it to build up in the brain and impair mental development. Early diagnosis through newborn screening and a special low-phenylalanine diet can help prevent intellectual disability by keeping phenylalanine levels normal.
Biology Section 2 Lesson and nothing is againt it ppt is fantastic ok byeateeqsiddiquiuo
1. The document discusses coordination and response in organisms, including humans and plants.
2. It describes the human central nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves that connect sense organs.
3. Reflex actions and conscious actions are explained as rapid, unlearned responses or slower responses involving the brain respectively. Examples of each are given such as the knee jerk reflex and removing a stone from one's shoe.
IGCSE Biology Edexcel (9-1)- Co-ordination and response (humans)ssnm88
The document provides information about coordination and response in humans. It discusses the nervous system and endocrine system. The nervous system uses electrical signals and neurons to trigger fast responses. The endocrine system uses hormones to trigger slower responses. Key hormones like insulin, adrenaline, testosterone and estrogen are discussed. Their roles, effects and sources are outlined. The differences between the nervous and endocrine systems are compared.
The document describes the structure and function of the human nervous system. It explains that the nervous system detects stimuli through receptors and transmits signals through neurons to the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). The CNS coordinates responses by muscles or glands. There are three main types of neurons - sensory neurons carry signals from receptors to the CNS, relay neurons connect sensory and motor neurons in the CNS, and motor neurons carry signals from the CNS to effectors. Neurons transmit signals across synapses using neurotransmitters. Reflex actions provide rapid automatic responses through a reflex arc pathway without involving consciousness.
B1.2 Presentation.
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It includes:
Nerves & Hormones: - Receptors & Effectors
- Nerves
- Reflex Actions
- The Eye & The Retina
- Antagonistic Pairs
Control In Human Bodies & In Plants: - What Is It
- Control In Human Body
- Water Content In Body
- Hormones in Human Body
& In The Menstrual Cyle
- Oral Contrecptives
- Fertility Treatment
- Control In Plants
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Interaction and coordination in living beings involves stimuli, receptors, coordination systems, and responsive organs. Stimuli are detected changes that provoke responses. Receptors receive stimuli and sense organs like eyes, nose, tongue, and ears function as receptors. Coordination involves the nervous system which receives information and transmits responses, and the endocrine system which regulates functions through hormone release. Responses can be motor movements through muscles and skeletal system or endocrine responses through hormone release from glands.
This document discusses coordination and response in organisms. It describes how organisms detect changes in their external and internal environments using receptors, and respond through neural and endocrine pathways. The nervous system plays a key role in coordination, with the central nervous system processing sensory information and initiating responses via the peripheral nervous system. This allows organisms to maintain stable internal conditions while living in a changing external environment.
1) The chapter discusses control and coordination in living organisms through the nervous and hormonal systems. It describes the key parts and functions of the nervous system including neurons, synapses, reflex arcs, and the central and peripheral nervous systems.
2) The three main parts of the human brain are the forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain. The forebrain is responsible for thinking and contains the cerebrum, hypothalamus, and thalamus.
3) Both plants and animals use electrochemical signals and hormones to coordinate responses to stimuli and control various functions. Important plant hormones include auxin, gibberellins, cytokinins, and ethylene, while important animal hormones are produced
1. The document discusses movement in animals and plants. In animals, movement is a response to external stimuli and is carefully controlled by nervous and muscular tissues. Nerve cells detect stimuli and send electrical signals that cause muscles to contract.
2. In plants, movement is either independent of growth, like sensitive plant leaves closing when touched, or dependent on growth, where plants grow towards stimuli like light, gravity, water, etc. over time. Plants use electrical-chemical signaling between cells rather than nerves.
3. The key differences between animal and plant movement are that animals use nerves and fast electrical signaling, while plants rely on slower chemical signaling between cells. Both utilize changes in cell shape - contractions in animal muscle
The document provides an overview of the nervous system, including its major components and how it functions. It discusses how (1) the brain and spinal cord make up the central nervous system, which controls and coordinates the body's activities, and (2) the peripheral nervous system connects to and controls the rest of the body through nerves. It also describes how (3) neurons transmit signals through electrical and chemical processes, allowing the nervous system to sense the environment and direct the body's responses.
The document provides an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. It discusses the central nervous system including the brain and spinal cord, as well as the peripheral nervous system. The brain is divided into several parts that have distinct functions, including the cerebral hemispheres, hypothalamus, pituitary, cerebellum, and medulla oblongata. The nervous system coordinates responses to stimuli through sensory processing, integration of information, and motor responses.
The document provides an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. It discusses the central nervous system including the brain and spinal cord, as well as the peripheral nervous system. The brain is divided into several parts that each have distinct functions, such as the cerebral hemispheres, hypothalamus, pituitary, cerebellum, and medulla oblongata. The nervous system coordinates responses to stimuli through sensory function, integrative function, and motor function via neurons, synapses, and reflex arcs.
The document provides an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. It discusses the central nervous system including the brain and spinal cord, as well as the peripheral nervous system. The brain is divided into several parts that have distinct functions, including the cerebral hemispheres, hypothalamus, pituitary, cerebellum, and medulla oblongata. The nervous system coordinates responses to stimuli through sensory processing, integration of information, and motor responses.
The document discusses the structure and functions of the brain and nervous system. It covers the main parts of the brain including the cerebrum, cerebellum, medulla, hypothalamus and pituitary gland. It describes the functions of sensory neurons, relay neurons, and motor neurons. It also explains how stimuli are detected by sense organs and receptors, processed by the central nervous system, and result in responses through effectors. Reflex responses and control of body temperature are also summarized.
The document discusses the structure and functions of the brain and nervous system. It covers the main parts of the brain including the cerebrum, cerebellum, medulla, hypothalamus and pituitary gland. It describes the functions of sensory neurons, relay neurons, and motor neurons. It also explains how stimuli are detected by sense organs and receptors, processed by the central nervous system, and result in responses through effectors. Reflex responses and control of body temperature are also summarized.
Here's a brief introduction to control and coordination class 10 science:
"Control and coordination are fundamental processes in living organisms that ensure proper functioning and response to stimuli. In simpler terms, control refers to the regulation of various activities within an organism, while coordination involves the harmonious integration of these activities. In humans and many other animals, control and coordination are primarily carried out by the nervous system and the endocrine system. The nervous system allows for rapid responses to stimuli through nerve impulses, while the endocrine system regulates physiological processes using chemical messengers called hormones. Together, these systems ensure that organisms can adapt to changes in their environment, maintain internal balance (homeostasis), and carry out essential functions for survival and well-being."
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The nervous system allows humans and other organisms to respond to stimuli in their environments. It consists of receptors, neurons, and the central nervous system. Receptors detect stimuli and send messages via neurons to the central nervous system. The central nervous system processes the information and sends messages to effectors like muscles and glands, triggering responses to the original stimuli. Reflex actions provide automatic, rapid responses through a reflex arc involving sensory neurons, relay neurons, and motor neurons. Voluntary actions are conscious responses that involve decision making in the brain.
The document discusses the coordination of the human body through the nervous and endocrine systems. It describes how the nervous system uses neurons and nerves to transmit electrical signals rapidly throughout the body. This allows for quick reflex responses to stimuli. The endocrine system more slowly coordinates functions by releasing hormones into the bloodstream to target distant organs and regulate processes like growth, metabolism, and reproduction. Together these systems work in an integrated manner to maintain homeostasis and allow the complex organs and systems in the human body to function in a co-ordinated way.
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1) Nervous System and Special Senses
The human brain is the world's fastest computer! It can process information from a simple reflex, like lifting your hand away from a hot stove, or more complex tasks like taking the visual and auditory information associated with a movie or play and interpreting it into a coherent story. The basic machinery that does this is the same. Let's discuss the structure of the neuron, and explain how a nerve impulse is transmitted. Be as detailed as you can!
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2) The Endocrine System
As we discussed in Week 1, maintenance of homeostasis is critical to the proper functioning of our bodies; the Endocrine System plays a large role in this process. Let's kick off our discussion by considering some of the feedback loops in the endocrine system. Can you give an example? Pick an organ or a function of the Endocrine System, and identify the parts of a feedback loop for that particular organ/function- stimulus, receptor, control center, effectors, and response!
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represent the most massive star-forming environment that is dominated by the feedback from massive stars and gravitational interactions
among stars.
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the influence of the starburst environment on the formation of stars and planets, and on the evolution of both low and high mass stars.
The primary targets of this project are Westerlund 1 and 2, the closest supermassive star clusters to the Sun.
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and around Westerlund 1. Sources were detected by combining various existing methods, and photon extraction and source validation
were carried out using the ACIS-Extract software.
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photon flux threshold of approximately 2 × 10−8 photons cm−2
s
−1
. The X-ray sources exhibit a highly concentrated spatial distribution,
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massive stars of the cluster, and we have collected over 71 000 photons from the magnetar CXO J164710.20-455217.
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at late times. Roughly 20 per cent of the stars in the prograde local stellar halo are associated with the observed caustics. Based
on a simple phase-mixing model, the observed number of caustics are consistent with a merger that occurred 1–2 Gyr ago.
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measurement of phase mixing (2D causticality). The observed local phase-space distribution best matches the simulated data
1–2 Gyr after collision, and certainly not later than 3 Gyr. This is further evidence that the progenitor of the ‘last major merger’
did not collide with the MW proto-disc at early times, as is thought for the GSE, but instead collided with the MW disc within
the last few Gyr, consistent with the body of work surrounding the VRM.
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Remote Sensing and Computational, Evolutionary, Supercomputing, and Intellige...University of Maribor
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Inter-Society Networking Panel GRSS/MTT-S/CIS Panel Session: Promoting Connection and Cooperation
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2. The S in MRS GREN
2.77 understand that organisms are able to respond to changes in their environment
M Movement All living things move, even plants
R Respiration Getting energy from food
S Sensitivity Detecting changes in the surroundings
G Growth All living things grow
R Reproduction Making more living things of the same type
E Excretion Getting rid of waste
N Nutrition Taking in and using food
SENSITIVITY
A stimulus is a change in the environment of an organism.
Animals respond to a stimulus in order to keep themselves in favourable conditions.
Examples of this include:
• moving to somewhere warmer if they are too cold
• moving towards food if they are hungry
• moving away from danger to protect themselves
Animals that do not respond to a stimulus do not survive for long.
3. Homeostasis
2.78 understand that homeostasis is the maintenance of a constant internal environment and that body water content and body
temperature are both examples of homeostasis
All organisms try and maintain a constant
internal environment. This is called
homeostasis.
Examples of homeostasis include:
1) The regulation of water levels.
2) The regulation of body temperature.
4. Stimulus > Receptor> Coordination >
Effector > Response
2.79 understand that a coordinated response requires a stimulus, a receptor and an effector
• Both systems respond to stimuli
(i.e. events that change the internal environment).
• Both systems have a:
1) Receptor, which detects the stimulus.
2) Effector, which carries out a response to correct the effect of
the stimulus.
The message from detector to effector is carried either via an
electrical nerve impulse or as a hormone, depending which
homeostatic system is being used.
5. STIMULI
2.79 understand that a coordinated response requires a stimulus, a receptor and an effector
6. Examples of Receptors and Effectors
2.79 understand that a coordinated response requires a stimulus, a receptor and an effector
Receptor
ORGAN RECEPTOR
skin Temperature Receptor
skin Pressure / Pain Receptor
Brain (hypothalamus) Water Concentration Receptor
Eye (retina) Light Receptors (Rods & Cones)
Effectors
ORGAN EFFECTOR
Heart Muscle cell
Skin Sweat gland
Kidney Collecting duct walls
7. STIMULI
2.79 understand that a coordinated response requires a stimulus, a receptor and an effector
Receptors detect Stimuli. Some examples are:
a) Light Eye (retina)
b) Sound Ear (hearing)
c) Movement (K.E) Ear (balance) / Skin
d) Chemical Nose / Tongue
e) Heat Skin
8. Response in Plants
2.80 understand that plants respond to stimuli
Plants also respond to stimuli. As plants don’t have
nerves their responses are limited to hormones only.
Plants respond to the following stimuli:
• Gravity: Roots grow towards gravitational pull and
stems grow away. This is Geotropism.
• Water: Roots grow towards water. This is
Hydrotropism.
• Light: Shoots grow towards light. This is Phototropism.
9. GEOTROPISM
2.81 describe the geotropic responses of roots and stems
Shoot tips and Root tips respond to GRAVITY.
• Shoot tips grow away from gravity (Negative
Geotropism)
• Root tips grow in the direction of gravity (Positive
Geotropism)
10. WHY
You only need to know that plants respond to a
chemical hormone called
AUXIN
BUT if you want more………
2.81 describe the geotropic responses of roots and stems
12. 2.81 describe the geotropic responses of roots and stems
You do need to know some fun
experiments with plants
13. 2.81 describe the geotropic responses of roots and stems
What happens when you grow a plant
in space?
14. Positive Phototropism
2.82 describe positive phototropism of stems
Positive Phototropism is controlled by hormones
released by the growing tip of the shoot.
(Only the tip makes the hormone)
If you remove the tip, the shoot stops growing.
The hormone made by the tip is called
Auxin
(which part of the plant would be controlled by
Negative Phototropism?)
18. Response Systems
2.83 describe how responses can be controlled by nervous or by hormonal communication and understand the differences
between the two systems
Humans have two systems which carry out
detection and response:
• Nervous System – Chemical electrical system
using Neurons
Example: Iris dilation, movement, ventilation
• Endocrine System –Chemical system using
proteins called hormones in the blood.
Example: Osmoregulation, Fight or Flight,
Menstruation.
19. Differences
2.83 describe how responses can be controlled by nervous or by hormonal communication and understand the differences
between the two systems
Nervous System Endocrine System
Works by nerve impulses
(has chemicals in synapses though)
Works by hormones transmitted
in blood stream
Travel fast and usually have
‘instant’ effect
Travel slowly and may take longer
to ask
Response is short lived Response is usually longer lasting
Impulse act on individual cells
(localised effect)
Widespread effects on different
organs (still only work on
cells/organs with correct
receptors)
20. Nervous System
2.84 understand that the central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord and is linked to sense organs by nerves
The Central Nervous System
(CNS) consists of
1) the brain
2) the spinal cord
There are also Peripheral
Nerves System (PNS)
1) Sensory Nerves/organs
(e.g. pain receptors in
skin, or photoreceptors
in the eye)
2) nerves that link brain
and sense organs
3) Motor Nerves
21. 2.85 understand that stimulation of receptors in the sense organs sends electrical impulses along nerves into and out of the central nervous
Stimulation of the sense organs results in an electrical signal
(a nerve impulse) being sent along the nerve to the brain.
Nerve impulses are very quick (~120m/s), allowing rapid
responses to the stimulus.
nerve impulse
Nerve Impulse
synaptic cleft
receptor
system, resulting in rapid responses
22. DIFFUSION AGAIN??
2.85 understand that stimulation of receptors in the sense organs sends electrical impulses along nerves into and out of the central nervous system, resulting in rapid responses
(You do not have to know the terms just the ideas)
1) An electrical impulse travels along a nerve
ending.
2) This triggers the nerve-ending of a neuron
to release chemical messengers called
neurotransmitters.
3) These chemicals diffuse across the
synapse (the gap) and bind with receptor
molecules on the membrane of the next
neuron.
4) The receptor molecules on the second
neuron bind only to the specific chemicals
released from the first neuron. This stimulates
the second neuron to transmit the electrical
impulse.
23. REFLEXS
2.86 describe the structure and functioning of a simple reflex arc illustrated by the withdrawal of a finger from a hot object
Some sense organs are not connected directly to
the brain.
This is a defence mechanism allowing almost
instant responses to threatening or dangerous
stimuli (e.g. pain/hot object).
These instant responses are controlled by nerves
in the spine, rather than the brain and are called
reflexes
24. REFLEX ARC
2.86 describe the structure and functioning of a simple reflex arc illustrated by the withdrawal of a finger from a hot object
Relay Neuron
25. STEP BY STEP REFLEX ARC
2.86 describe the structure and functioning of a simple reflex arc illustrated by the withdrawal of a finger from a hot object
1) A stimulus is detected by a receptor
2) The receptor initiates a nerve impulse in the sensory
nerve
3) The sensory nerve (which runs from the receptor to the
spine) passes the message/impulse onto an
interneuron/Relay Neuron in the spine
4) The interneuron/relay neuron passes the message on the
a motor nerve
5) The motor nerve (which runs from the spine to a muscle
in the same limb as the receptor) passes the message
onto the effector muscle
6) The effector muscle carries out the response (muscle
contraction).
26. Reflex Arc Timing
2.86 describe the structure and functioning of a simple reflex arc illustrated by the withdrawal of a finger from a hot object
The entire process (stimulus to response)
happens in less than a second and does not
involve the brain.
The purpose of the interneuron is also to inform
the brain of what has happened.
Reflex Summary
1) Immediate response to stimulus
2) Automatic reactions
3) Limits damage to organism
28. EyE WebSites
2.87 describe the structure and function of the eye as a receptor
a) Label the eye
http://www.kscience.co.uk/animations/eye_drag.htm
b) Function of the eye
http://www.kscience.co.uk/animations/eye_function_drag.htm
c) Label the eye
http://www.freezeray.com/flashFiles/eye.htm
d) Light and the eye
http://www.kscience.co.uk/animations/eye.htm
e) Fun with your blind spot
http://www.med.yale.edu/neurobio/mccormick/fill_in_seminar/figure1.htm
29. EYE DIAGRAM
2.87 describe the structure and function of the eye as a receptor
Conjunctiva
30. Define these Terms
2.87 describe the structure and function of the eye as a receptor
• Ciliary Body (muscle)
• Iris
• Pupil
• Cornea
• Lens
• Suspensory Ligament
• Sclera
• Choroid
• Retina
• Fovea
• Optic Disk (blind spot)
• Optic Nerve
• Conjunctiva
Contracts to Relaxes to change shape of lens
Coloured muscular part of eye that controls pupils size
Opening in the iris that lets light through to the retina
Transparent front part of the eye that refracts light
Transparent part of the eye that bends light (refracts)
Ligament that controls the shape of the lens
Dense white covering of the eye
Vascular membrane of the eyeball between the sclera and the retina
& stops light reflecting around in the eye
Light sensitive membrane that converts light to electrical signals to the brain
Part of the retina with a high density of cones for very sharp vision
Area of retina that is insensitive to light
Where electrical impulses from retina travel to brain
helps lubricate the eye by producing mucus and tears
31. RODS & CONES
2.87 describe the structure and function of the eye as a receptor
Light is detected by photoreceptors in the eye.
These receptors form the retina (the inner lining of
the eye).
There are two types of photoreceptor
Rods, which see only in &
&
Cones, which see in either red, blue or green
(3 types of cones)
Hint: Cone and Colour both start with ‘C’
32. Automatic Reflexs
2.88 understand the function of the eye in focusing near and distant objects, and in responding to changes in light intensity (TA)
There are two types of reflex you need to know
about in the eye
1) Responding to different light levels
2) Focusing the eye
33. Responding to Light Levels
(Antagonistic Muscle Pairs at Work)
2.88 understand the function of the eye in focusing near and distant objects, and in responding to changes in light intensity (TA)
Condition (Stimulus) Bright light Dim light
Receptors More photoreceptors stimulated Less photoreceptors stimulated
Impulses More impulses sent to the brain via
optic nerve
Fewer impulses sent to the brain
via optic nerve
Effectors Radial muscles of the iris relax Radial muscles of the iris contract
Circular muscles of the iris contract Circular muscles of the iris relax
Gross Effect Pupil constricts (becomes smaller) Pupil dilates (becomes larger)
Less light enters the eye More light enters the eye
34. FOCUSING THE EYE
2.88 understand the function of the eye in focusing near and distant objects, and in responding to changes in light intensity (TA)
Cilary Muscle & Suspensory Ligaments
Ciliary fibers are also
know as
Suspensory ligaments
Cilary Muscle Contracted
& Suspensory Ligament
Relaxed
Cilary Muscle Relaxed
& Suspensory Ligament
Contracted
35. 2.88 understand the function of the eye in focusing near and distant objects, and in responding to changes in light intensity (TA)
Distant Focus
Cilary Muscle relax
ACCOMODATION
(Focusing)
Suspensory Ligaments contract
Lens is pulled
Lens is thin
Light rays bent slightly
Light rays focus on retina
Close Focus
Cilary Muscle contract
Suspensory Ligaments relax
Lens is not pulled
Lens is fat
Light rays are bent strongly
Light rays focus on retina
36. Controlling Skin Temperature
2.89 describe the role of the skin in temperature regulation, with reference to sweating, vasoconstriction and
vasodilation (TA)
Too HOT Too COLD
When you are HOT the following
happens (controlled by reflexes)
When you are cold the following
happens (controlled by reflexes)
1) Hairs on skin lie flat (less
insulating air trapped)
1) Hairs on skin stand up (more
insulating air trapped)
2) Sweating starts 2) Sweating stops
3) Blood is diverted close to the
surface of the skin (more heat
radiation)
3) Shivering starts, so muscles
respire more, producing more
heat.
4) Blood is diverted away from the
surface of the skin (less heat
radiation)
37. 2.89 describe the role of the skin in temperature regulation, with reference to sweating, vasoconstriction and vasodilation (TA)
38. Blood is diverted
2.89 describe the role of the skin in temperature regulation, with reference to sweating, vasoconstriction and vasodilation (TA)
Arterioles in the skin can open and close in
response to nerve messages.
Vasoconstriction – arteriole closes
Vasodilation – arteriole opens
39. Hormones involved in Coordination
2.90 understand the sources, roles and effects of the following hormones: ADH, adrenaline, insulin, testosterone,
progesterone and oestrogen.
Hormone Source Effect
ADH Pituitary Regulated blood osmoregulation
Adrenaline Adrenal glands Increases heart rate and breathing rate
during exercise (more O2 for respiration)
Insulin Pancreas
Decreases blood glucose level after a meal.
Glucose converted to Glycogen and stored in
liver.
Testosterone Testes
Triggers puberty in boys (secondary sexual
characteristics)
Progesterone Ovaries Maintains uterus lining and (indirectly)
causes menstruation
Oestrogen Ovaries Triggers puberty in girls.
Stimulates growth of uterus lining each
month and (indirectly) causes ovulation