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What is the primary function of sensory neurons?
What is the primary function of sensory neurons?
Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?
Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland' of the endocrine system?
What role do hormones play in the body?
What role do hormones play in the body?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of the autonomic nervous system?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of the autonomic nervous system?
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Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?
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What is the function of negative feedback mechanisms in hormone regulation?
What is the function of negative feedback mechanisms in hormone regulation?
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Where does the connection between the nervous system and the endocrine system occur uniquely?
Where does the connection between the nervous system and the endocrine system occur uniquely?
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Which type of neuron connects sensory neurons to motor neurons within the central nervous system?
Which type of neuron connects sensory neurons to motor neurons within the central nervous system?
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What is the primary role of auxins in plants?
What is the primary role of auxins in plants?
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Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for fruit ripening?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for fruit ripening?
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What is the main function of the nervous system in animals?
What is the main function of the nervous system in animals?
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Which of the following best describes cytokinins?
Which of the following best describes cytokinins?
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What distinguishes the endocrine system from the nervous system in animals?
What distinguishes the endocrine system from the nervous system in animals?
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Which plant hormone is primarily involved in promoting seed germination?
Which plant hormone is primarily involved in promoting seed germination?
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What role does abscisic acid play in plant physiology?
What role does abscisic acid play in plant physiology?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the nervous system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the nervous system?
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Study Notes
Control and Coordination in Plants and Animals
- Plants and animals both exhibit control and coordination, allowing them to respond to internal and external stimuli.
- Coordination in living organisms involves the interaction of various systems in a way that results in a harmonious response to a stimulus.
- The stimulus can be external, like light, touch, or gravity or internal, like hunger or thirst.
Coordination in Plants
- Plants lack nervous systems and muscles.
- Plants coordinate their responses primarily through plant hormones, often called phytohormones.
- These hormones are chemical messengers that regulate growth, development, and responses to environmental stimuli.
- Examples of plant hormones include auxins, gibberellins, cytokinins, abscisic acid, and ethylene.
Plant Growth Regulators (Phytohormones)
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Auxins: Primarily involved in cell elongation, apical dominance, and tropisms (growth responses to stimuli).
- Important in phototropism (response to light) and gravitropism (response to gravity).
- Promote root growth.
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Gibberellins: Primarily involved in stem elongation, seed germination, and flowering.
- Stimulate the conversion of stored food into usable forms during germination.
- Important in breaking dormancy.
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Cytokinins: Primarily involved in cell division and differentiation.
- Delay senescence (aging) of leaves and other plant organs.
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Abscisic Acid (ABA): Involved in inhibiting growth and promoting dormancy.
- Contributes to the closing of stomata during water stress.
- Important in plant responses to environmental stresses.
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Ethylene: Primarily involved in fruit ripening, leaf and flower abscission (shedding).
- Plays a crucial role in fruit ripening process.
Coordination in Animals
- Animals have sophisticated systems for control and coordination: nervous system and endocrine system.
- Nervous system: Rapid communication using electrical impulses.
- Endocrine system: Slow communication using hormones.
Nervous System in Animals
- Composed of specialized cells called neurons.
- Neurons transmit messages in the form of electrical impulses.
- The responses generated by the nervous system are typically rapid and specific.
- The nervous system has three primary functions:
- Sensory input: detecting stimuli.
- Integration: processing sensory input and formulating a response.
- Motor output: activating muscles or glands to carry out the response.
Types of Neurons
- Sensory neurons: Transmit signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.
- Interneurons: Connect sensory and motor neurons within the central nervous system.
- Motor neurons: Transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles or glands.
The Endocrine System in Animals
- Consists of glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.
- Hormones act as chemical messengers, carrying signals to target tissues or organs.
- The endocrine system is involved in regulating a wide range of body processes, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
- Important in maintaining homeostasis.
- Examples of hormones include insulin, adrenaline (epinephrine), and testosterone..
Hormone Action
- Hormones bind to specific receptors on target cells.
- Binding triggers a specific response.
Control and Coordination in Humans
- In humans, the nervous system and endocrine system maintain control and coordination.
- The nervous system provides rapid responses to stimuli.
- The endocrine system regulates long-term processes.
- The hypothalamus acts as a key connection between the nervous and endocrine systems.
Human Nervous System
- Central Nervous System (CNS): brain and spinal cord.
- Peripheral Nervous System (PNS): nerves connecting the CNS to the rest of the body.
- Somatic nervous system: voluntary control of skeletal muscles.
- Autonomic nervous system: involuntary control of internal organs.
Human Endocrine System
- Composed of various glands.
- Pituitary gland: "master gland".
- Thyroid gland: regulates metabolism.
- Adrenal glands: produce adrenaline and other hormones.
- Pancreas: regulates blood sugar levels.
- Testes and ovaries: involved in sexual reproduction.
Feedback Mechanisms
- Feedback mechanisms regulate hormone levels and maintain homeostasis.
- Negative feedback loops: A change in a variable triggers a response that counteracts the change.
- Positive feedback loops: A change in a variable triggers a response that amplifies the change.
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This quiz explores the mechanisms of control and coordination in both plants and animals. It focuses on how organisms respond to internal and external stimuli, emphasizing the role of hormones in plant responses. Test your understanding of phytohormones and their impact on plant growth and development.
