Synaptic plasticity involves structural changes in neurons, such as ________.

A. formation of dendritic spines
B. formation of axillary branches
C. formation of more axon terminals
D. mitosis of neurons


Answer: A

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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