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Quiz: Structure and Function of Motor Neurones

Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) (9BN0)

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Building on what you've learned about sensory and relay neurones, let's test your knowledge of motor neurones!

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What is the main function of motor neurones?

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The {{blank0}} is a long structure in a motor neurone that transmits electrical impulses away from the cell body.

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Which of the following are features of motor neurones? (Select all that apply)

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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What is the name of the insulating layer around the axon of a motor neurone?

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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What type of impulses do motor neurones transmit?

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If a motor neurone transmits impulses at 120 m/s, calculate the time taken to transmit over a 0.6 m axon.

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Motor neurones transmit impulses to {{blank0}} such as muscles and glands.

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Which of the following features increase the speed of impulse transmission in motor neurones? (Select all that apply)

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