C3.1 Integration of Body Systems

Question 1

What is integration?

Answer 1

Integration is the ability of interacating parts of a biological system to perform together and maintain a functioning organism or other biological system.

Question 2

Define “Emergent property”

Answer 2

Emergent property relates to a property gained by a complex system when the individual parts work together

Question 3

Describe the importance of integration of body systems. (Taken from Chapter Summary)

Question 4

Explain the hierarchy of biological organisation.

Question 5

Compare the roles of the nervous system and endocrine system in signalling.

Question 6

Describe the roles of the brain and spinal cord in processing information.

Question 7

Compare the roles of sensory and motor neurons.

Question 8

Examine a transverse section of a myelinated nerve.

Question 9

Describe the structure of a pain reflex arc.

Question 10

Explain the role of the cerebellum in coordination and balance.

Question 11

Explain the impact of melatonin on circadian rhythms.

Question 12

Analyse the effects of epinephrine on the body.

Question 13

Describe the feedback mechanisms that regulate the functioning of the endocrine system.
Hypothalamus and pituitary

Question 14

State the role of baroreceptors and chemoreceptors in the feedback control of the heart rate.

Question 15

Describe the role of chemoreceptors in controlling the rate of ventilation.

Question 16

Outline the mechanism for peristaltic control by the CNS and ENS.

Question 17

INCOMPLETE What is the role of the endocrine system? Give an example…

Answer 17

The endocrine system is a network of glands that produce hormones; they are released directly into the blood, where they travel to target tissues and organs throughout the body.

For example,

Question 18

Define the term emergent property

Answer 18

Emergent property refers to a property gained by a complex system when the individual parts work together.

Question 19

What are endocrine glands?

Answer 19

Endocrine glands are the hormone producing glands that release secretions directly into the blood plasma.