Human Disease This sheet contains examples of questions you MAY be asked.

Define homeostasis and give an example of a body function which must remain in homeostasis.

Identify a body system and List the four body systems that are vital to Define the following parts of the
describe its role. keeping cells alive and state their function? stimulus response model

STIMULUS

RECEPTORS

Define the term feedback mechanism. Label the organs of the endocrine CONTROL CENTRE
Give an example of negative and system and describe their function
positive feedback mechanisms.
EFFECTORS

RESPONSE

Which body system uses chemicals (or

hormones) to co-ordinate body
activity?
What are the three main types of
neurons? What function does each
type carry out?

List two examples of hormones and

state their role.
Describe the cause of Type I diabetes? (including what Describe the cause, effect, symptoms and treatment strategies
is happening inside the body) for Type II diabetes.

Label the parts of a neuron.

Define reaction time.

Student Response time (ms)

Stev en 48
Phil 51
Mike 55 Give two observations you made when you completed the
Plot the data provided in
Mary 48 brain dissection.
the table. Bob 50
Bridget 49
Clare 47
Rhonda 51

What is myelin and what is its function?

Describe the pupillary response. Is it a voluntary or involuntary

response?