Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Coordination and response

Coordination and response — practice question

Fig. 3.1 depicts a reflex arc.
(a(i))[3]

Name the structures labelled H, J and K. Select your responses from the following words or phrases: effector, motor neurone, receptor, relay neurone, sensory neurone. Enter your answers in Table 3.1.

(a(ii))[1]

On Fig. 3.1, draw a small circle round a single synapse.

(a(iii))[2]

State two features of a reflex action.

(b(i))[2]

Use Fig. 3.2 to suggest why reflex actions matter.

(b(ii))[1]

State one more reflex action found in the body.

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