Old KS4 Science Curriculum - Science
Mission Objectives
Understand the concept of negative feedback and its importance in homeostasis.
Understand the role of the nervous and endocrine systems in regulating negative feedback.
Be able to give examples of negative feedback mechanisms in the body.
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Words and meanings to learn
adrenaline
A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that increases rates of blood circulation, breathing, and carbohydrate metabolism.
thyroxine
A hormone that is made by the thyroid gland and contains iodine.
feedback
Information about reactions to a product used as a basis for improvement.
loop
A structure or process, the end of which is connected to the beginning.
thyroid
A large ductless gland in the neck which secretes hormones regulating growth and development through the rate of metabolism.
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