Explain what is meant by the term excitotoxin.

What will be an ideal response?


An excitotoxin, such as kainic acid, kills neurons through overstimulation.

Psychology

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What does the "double helix" refer to?

A. the location of genes within body cells B. the paired nature of chromosomes in cells of the body C. the twisted ladder-like structure of DNA D. the fact that genes can be found on chromosomes within the cell body and also in mitochondria

Psychology

A child who persistently displays sex-atypical behavior is said to exhibit

a. androgyny. c. sex segregation. b. cross-gender behavior. d. sex typing.

Psychology

Adolescence is a time of storm and stress for most adolescents

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

Jonah is born weighing as much as the average newborn. Jonah weighs

A) 8 pounds. B) 9.5 pounds. C) 7.5 pounds. D) 6 pounds.

Psychology