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recall the structures and functions of motor, sensory and relay neurones
understand the initiation of the nerve impulse in receptors and direction of movement
along a neurone
Chapter 5: Coordination
describe the effects of excess alcohol on the nervous system and behaviour
Questions
1 A cataract is an eye problem suffered by some people,
especially the elderly. The lens of the eye becomes opaque
(cloudy) which blocks the passage of light. It can lead to
blindness. Cataracts can be treated by a simple eye operation,
where a surgeon removes the lens. After the operation, the
patient is able to see again, but the eye is unable to carry out
accommodation, and the patient will probably need to wear
glasses.
a) Explain why the eye can still form an image after the lens
has been removed.
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D
a) The table (on the next page) lists the functions of some of
parts A to H. Copy the table and write the letters of the
correct parts in the boxes.
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