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Consciousness, perception, emotion, memory, learning, language, and intelligence all originate in and depend on the brain. Building on evidence from modern neuroscience, the author introduces intriguing hypotheses on how brain activity relates to the conscious mind. Homeostatic responses that cause a person to respond to a stimulus by doing something are called behaviour. Brain and mind overview how the human brain functions remains largely unknown. Gcse biology revision material made for the edexcel exam boards. All dark greens are packed with vitamin k, which helps build pathways in the brain, as well as naturally occurring nitrates and antioxidants. Describe 1 way ecstasy can increase the concentration of serotonin in the brain. Brain atrophy is a serious reality of aging and affects many seniors. Edexcel gcse biology specification last examination in 2017 2bi01. Coordination of responses to stimuli via the central nervous system. Follow these 7 simple steps to boost brain power during your studies. Brain and mind gcserevision, science, ocrtwentyfirst.
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