Physical Development In Section B

Question 1

Nature and maturation on physical

Answer 1

Persons looks dependent on genes (skin, face shape)

Extent of physical abilities dependent on genes (fast runner)

M - pre-programmed body clock for (puberty, ageing, death)

Question 2

Nurture on physical development

Answer 2

Physical development dependent on environment factors (diet,exercise)

Alcohol, smoking etc = increase illnesses

Question 3

Nature concepts

Answer 3

Biologically determined - Traits decided at conception

Inheritance - Passed traits

Genes - Units of inheritance passed from parents

Genetic makeup - Set of genes (genotype) inherited from parents

Genetic vulnerability - Risk of illness due to genetic traits

Question 4

Nurture concepts

Answer 4

Lifestyle choices

Physical environment - Area you live in

Upbringing

Question 5

Example Q : Outline the key difference between nature and nurture

Answer 5

Nature believes genetic factors affect development and nurture believes environmental factors do