Learning Outcomes:-

Understand the concept of homeostasis in the human body.
Understand the endocrine system.
Understand the role of the endocrine system in the human body.

Task

With the aid of diagrams where necessary, write a report to explain the nervous system and endocrine system and how they coordinate functions of the body and help in maintaining homeostasis. Your report should also include a flow chart on one homeostasis regulation. Submit your report and brief on Turnitin.

Assignment Brief

Define homeostasis and the role of the nervous system and endocrine system in homeostasis.
Use an example of reflex action to show your understanding of the function of different types of neurons. You must include a diagram of a reflex arc.
Explain action potential generation and propagation of nerve impulse, also explain synaptic transmission.
Identify the glands and label diagram of the endocrine system given in the brief. Describe functions of hormones secreted by 4 endocrine glands of the body.
Analyze the mode of action of steroid hormone and the mode of action of peptide hormone.
Use examples to distinguish between positive and negative feedback regulations involving hormones.
Research and create a flowchart to explain one of the following homeostasis regulations: temperature regulation, sugar regulation, or water regulation. Ensure that you analyze the role of the nervous system and endocrine system in these feedback regulations.

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