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Edexcel A-Level Biology A2 8.1 Neurone Structure and Function Questions

Use cell-body position and impulse direction to classify the neurone, label each structure precisely and connect Schwann-cell myelin to axon insulation.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Biology YBI11
Level
A2

Exam points

  • Label dendrites, cell body, axon, terminals and myelin on neurone diagrams.
  • Classify sensory, relay or motor neurones from structure and impulse direction.
  • Identify Schwann cells as the cells that produce myelin around peripheral axons.

Edexcel A-Level Biology A2 8.1 Neurone Structure and Function Questions question 1

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Many predatory animals produce toxins to disable their prey. Some of these toxins inhibit nervous communication.

Nerve impulses are transmitted along axons. Some axons are myelinated.

Which type of cell produces myelin?

A

neurone

B

rod cell

C

Schwann cell

D

lymphocyte

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