NERVOUS vs ENDOCRINE SYSTEM [CSEC HSB & Biology]
SYLLABUS REFERENCE CSEC HSB [B6.1] describe the main divisions of the nervous system; [B6.2] distinguish between a neuron and a nerve; [B6.3] explain the functions of motor and sensory neurons and spinal synapses; [B6.4] describe the functions of the parts of the brain; [B6.5] describe the mechanisms of a reflex action; [B6.6] explain the process by which voluntary actions occur; [B6.7] distinguish between a voluntary and involuntary action; [B6.8] explain the response of the sense organs to stimuli; [B6.13] compare and contrast endocrine and nervous control systems; [B6.14] identify the sites of hormone production; [B6.15] explain the roles of selected hormones in the human body; CSEC Biology [B7.1] define 'stimulus' and 'response'; [B7.2] describe the response of: (a) green plants to stimuli; (b) invertebrates to variations in light intensity, temperature and moisture; [B7.3] define r...