Two brain tumours are the same size. One is next to the medulla oblongata and the other is next to the cerebellum.
Why could damage during removal of the first tumour be more immediately life-threatening?
it could disrupt breathing control rather than coordination of movement
it could disrupt memory storage rather than coordination of movement
it could disrupt coordination of movement rather than breathing control
it could disrupt coordination of movement rather than memory storage
43 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Biology 2.3 The nervous system and brain, covering 2.3.1 Structures and functions of the brain, 2.3.2 Imaging brain function with scanning, 2.3.3 Limitations in treating nervous system damage, 2.3.4 Neurones and impulse transmission, and 2.3.5 Structure and function of a reflex arc. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.