Grade 10 Science – Activity Packet
Name: ______________________
Date: _______________________
Instructor: __________________
Section 1: Nervous System & Homeostasis
Objective: Explain how the nervous system coordinates and regulates body
processes to maintain homeostasis.
Part A: Guided Questions 1. What is homeostasis?
________________________________ 2. Give two examples of how your body
maintains homeostasis.
________________________________ 3. Which parts of the nervous system are
involved in controlling body temperature?
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Part B: Concept Map Draw a concept map showing how the nervous
system regulates: Body temperature, Blood sugar, Heart rate.
Diagram:
[ Brain ]
|
[ Body Temperature ] --> [ Sweating / Shivering ]
[ Blood Sugar ] --> [ Insulin / Glucagon ]
[ Heart Rate ] --> [ Faster / Slower ]
Part C: Scenario Application > Maria feels very hot after running. Her
body starts sweating and her heart beats faster.
1. Which part of the nervous system is responding?
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2. What type of feedback mechanism is involved (positive or negative)?
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3. How does this help maintain homeostasis?
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Section 2: Female Reproductive System & Feedback
Mechanisms
Objective: Identify positive and negative feedback mechanisms in the
menstrual cycle.
Part A: Diagram Labeling Diagram:
[Hypothalamus]
|
[Pituitary]
|
FSH & LH --> [Ovary] --> Estrogen / Progesterone
|
Menstruation / Ovulation
Label the diagram with: FSH, LH, Estrogen, Progesterone, Menstruation,
Ovulation, Luteal Phase
Part B: Sequence the Events Arrange the following events in correct
order: - LH surge ______ - Progesterone rises ______ - Ovulation ______ -
Menstruation ______ - FSH rises ______
Part C: Peer Teaching / Reflection Explain to a partner: 1. What is
positive feedback in the menstrual cycle?
________________________________ 2. What is negative feedback?
________________________________ 3. Give one example of each from the cycle.
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Section 3: Hormones in Male & Female Reproduction
Objective: Explain the role of major reproductive hormones.
Part A: Comparative Chart | Hormone | Male Function | Female Function |
Source | |———|—————|—————-|——–| | FSH | | | | | LH | | | | |
Testosterone | | | | | Estrogen | | | | | Progesterone | | | |
Part B: Scenario Questions 1. John starts puberty. Which hormone is
responsible for muscle growth and voice change?
________________________________ 2. Anna’s progesterone levels rise after
ovulation. What effect does this have on the uterus?
________________________________ 3. Give one example of how hormone
imbalance can affect reproduction.
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Part C: Reflection Write 2–3 sentences explaining why hormones are
important for reproduction:
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Diagram:
Male: Testes --> Testosterone --> Sperm Production
Female: Ovaries --> Estrogen/Progesterone --> Egg Maturation
Section 4: Short Quiz – All Skills
Objective: Check understanding of nervous system, feedback mechanisms,
and hormones.
Part A: Multiple Choice (Circle the Correct Answer) 1. Which system
controls homeostasis?
a. Digestive b. Nervous c. Circulatory d. Skeletal
2. During the menstrual cycle, which hormone triggers ovulation?
a. FSH b. LH c. Progesterone d. Testosterone
Part B: Matching Match each hormone with its function: | Hormone |
Function | |———|———| | Estrogen | ______ | | Progesterone | ______ | |
Testosterone | ______ |
Part C: Short Answer 1. Explain one example of negative feedback in the
body.
________________________________ 2. Name two hormones in the female
reproductive system and their functions.
________________________________ 3. How does the nervous system respond
when body temperature rises?
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