Biological Approach Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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What are the 3 types of neutrons?
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Sensory / Relay and Motor Neurons
2
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Sensory Neuron
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Carries impulses from the receptor to the CNS
3
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Relay Neuron
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Carries nerve impulses within the CNS
4
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Motor Neuron
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Various, tightly controlled, complex circuits throughout the body to allow both voluntary and involuntary movements, e.g. moving the hand.
5
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Genotype
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Genetic makeup of an organism
6
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Phenotype
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An observable trait
7
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Endocrine system
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Regulates how much of each hormone is released into the blood.
8
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Positive Reinforcement
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Providing a reward or positive consequence after a behaviour.
9
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Negative Reinforcement
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Removing an unpleasant stimulus to increase chances of behaviour repeating.
10
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Assumptions of the Biological Approach?
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- The approach believes us to be a consequence of our genetics and physiology.
- If we understand the brain and its function, we can explain our thoughts and behaviour
- To understand human behaviour, we must look to biological structures and processes within the body, e.g. genes, neurochemistry and nervous system.
