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13.1 Sensitivity & 13.2 The Human Nervous System ...

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  • what are the components of the nervous system?
    The central nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord; and – The peripheral nervous system consisting of th
  • when you touch something hot, you pull your hand away. what is the stimulus? what is the response?
    stimulus: heat, response: pull away
  • when you hear a noise, you turn your head in that direction. What is the stimulus? what is the response?
    stimulus: noise, / response: turn
  • using an example, distinguish between a stimulus and a response
    Stimulus is a change in the environment. The body’s reaction to the stimulus is the response. For example, when bright light is shone into the eye, the pupil co
  • Name three types of neurones.
    Sensory neurone, relay neurone and motor neurone.