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Voluntary vs Involuntary Actions

Part of Nervous System — GCSE Biology

This study notes covers Voluntary vs Involuntary Actions within Nervous System for GCSE Biology. Topic 2: Nervous System It is section 5 of 14 in this topic. Use this study notes to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

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Section 5 of 14

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Voluntary vs Involuntary Actions

Voluntary actions are those that we control consciously, such as walking or talking. Involuntary actions are those that occur without conscious thought, such as breathing or blinking.

Characteristic	Voluntary Actions	Involuntary Actions
Controlled by CNS?	No	Yes
Conscious thought required?	Yes	No

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Practice Questions for Nervous System

What are the two organs that make up the central nervous system (CNS)?

A. Heart and lungs
B. Brain and spinal cord
C. Sensory neurones and motor neurones
D. Eyes and ears

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Explain how a signal is transmitted across a synapse from one neurone to the next.

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How do neurons transmit information?

Neurons transmit information as electrical impulses that travel along the nerve fiber at high speed.

What is the main function of the nervous system?

To detect stimuli from the environment and coordinate appropriate responses to maintain homeostasis and enable survival.

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