IB Biology SL 3.1.14 Control of heart rate Question Bank
Practise IB Biology SL 3.1.14 by explaining how neural and hormonal signals regulate the heartbeat.
- Syllabus
- First assessment 2025
- Course
- Biology SL
- Level
- SL
Practise IB Biology SL 3.1.14 by explaining how neural and hormonal signals regulate the heartbeat.
The diagram shows a cross section through an artery and a vein.

Outline two ways in which the human body can increase the heart rate during exercise.
a. nerves impulses from the brain (medulla) can increase the heart rate;
b. epinephrine/adrenaline (increases the heart rate);