Post date: Apr 22, 2022 4:2:11 AM
Dear boys,
The Systems ERM is due on the following date:
29 April (for 5-2 pupils)
4 May (for 5-3 pupils)
You may choose to work on any specific topic linked to either:
1. Digestive System
2. Respiratory System
3. Circulatory System
Suggested topics to explore:
Respiratory System
1. What causes yawning / sneezing / hiccups?
2. Respiratory diseases: Pneumonia / Bronchitis / Asthma / Emphysema / Cystic Fibrosis / Tuberculosis
3. SARS
4. Respiratory issues associated with COVID19
5. Reduced lung capabilities (damaged lungs) after recovery from COVID19
6. Iron lungs
7. Respiratory systems in other organisms e.g. Fish & their gills
8. Black lung disease & coal miners
9. "Human gills" or "Gillyweed" (Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire) - Possible in the future of humans?
Circulatory System
1. Rare blood diseases
2. Heart attack
3. Hole in the Heart
4. Leukemia
5. Different components in blood
6. Heart transplant / Mechanical Heart
Digestive System
1. How do digestive enzymes work?
2. Bariatic surgery – Modifying your digestive system to lose weight. Is this encouraged?
Please check in with me personally if you are unsure if your ERM topic is relevant.
Cheers
Mrs Ng