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

Control and coordination in mammals — practice question

(a)[3]

Motor neurones and sensory neurones carry out different jobs in nervous coordination. Contrast the structure and function of sensory neurones and motor neurones.

(b)[3]

Using the data in Table 10.1, comment on how: - myelination is related to mean impulse transmission speed; - axon diameter is related to mean impulse transmission speed.

(c)[3]

Fig. 10.1 shows a graph of an action potential in a mammalian neurone. With reference to Fig. 10.1 suggest why: - no additional action potential can occur during A and B. - it is difficult for another action potential to occur during C.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 9-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: motor neurone carries impulses from CNS to effector

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI