Short Q/A Coordination and Control

Why do plants have a very slow response to stimuli?

Plants lack a nervous system and rely on hormones for movement, which takes longer than nerve impulses. Related Questions: Differentiate between the following: Cerebrum and cerebellum Sensory and motor neuron Voluntary and involuntary action Nerve impulse and hormonal transmission Short-sightedness and long-sightedness Rods and cones Endocrine glands and exocrine glands Negative and positive feedback mechanisms … Read more

Differentiate between the following: Cerebrum and cerebellum Sensory and motor neuron Voluntary and involuntary action Nerve impulse and hormonal transmission Short-sightedness and long-sightedness Rods and cones Endocrine glands and exocrine glands Negative and positive feedback mechanisms

1. Cerebrum and Cerebellum: Cerebrum: The largest part of the brain, involved in higher brain functions like thought, memory, reasoning, and voluntary movements. It is divided into two hemispheres and controls sensory perception and complex cognitive tasks. Cerebellum: Located below the cerebrum, it controls balance, posture, and fine motor skills. It coordinates voluntary movements and … Read more