Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Control and coordination in mammals

Control and coordination in mammals — practice question

Motor neurones are cells in the nervous system.
(a(i))[3]

Name the structures marked A, B and C in Fig. 2.1.

(a(ii))[2]

Describe the function of a motor neurone in a reflex arc.

(b(i))[4]

With reference to Fig. 2.1, explain why impulses are transmitted so quickly along this type of motor neurone.

(b(ii))[1]

Suggest why rapid transmission of nerve impulses is especially important in the blue whale.

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