13 marks
Name the types of neurons labelled A, B and C on Figure 1 below. Write your answers in the boxes provided.
Figure 1
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Neurons & Synaptic Transmission (AQA A Level Psychology)
Exam Questions
26 mins8 questions
2a1 mark
Figure 1 shows three different types of neuron. Use the letters from Figure 1 to answer the following questions.
Figure 1 Types of neuron
Which neuron is only found in the brain/visual system/spinal cord?
2b1 mark
Which neuron carries nerve impulses from the brain/spinal cord to muscles/glands?
2c1 mark
Which neuron carries nerve impulses between neurons?
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32 marks
A survey of hospital patients has found that a new drug, Zapurpain, is as effective as other pain medication.
Explain one limitation of asking hospital patients to self-report the effectiveness of Zapurpain.
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41 mark
Which of the following neurons carries electrical impulses towards the brain?
Interneuron
Motor neuron
Relay neuron
Sensory neuron
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14 marks
Explain the process of synaptic transmission.
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23 marks
Information can only travel in one direction at a synapse.
Explain why neurons can only transmit information in one direction at a synapse.
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34 marks
Zapurpain acts like an inhibitory neurotransmitter at the synapse.
Explain how Zapurpain might affect the process of synaptic transmission through inhibition.
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16 marks
Describe the structure and function of a neuron.
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