Explain how and why the brain is preserved during the histology process

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: The brain is perfused to remove blood from the tissue and is fixed in formalin to harden the tissue and to halt autolysis.

Psychology

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In the context of withdrawal symptoms associated with substance use, cravings are typically accompanied by signs of anxiety such as shakiness, rapid pulse, and sweating

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

Which of the following  could be used to test relationships between the variables?

A. Pearson r B. Cohen's d C. chi-square test D. expected frequency

Psychology