Explain the significance of the process of apoptosis for brain development

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: The brain overproduces neurons. Apoptosis serves to eliminate neurons that cannot make appropriate synaptic contacts.

Psychology

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If a patient has severe damage to the prefrontal cortex, you would predict that he might have difficulty

a. identifying visually complex materials. b. planning, paying attention, and getting organized. c. identifying objects by touch. d. hearing sounds.

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Eduoard spreads a rumor about Nicholas after Nicholas is cast as the lead in the school play, the role Eduoard desired. This is an example of __________ aggression

A) physical B) proactive C) reactive D) verbal

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The receptors that provide information about balance, equilibrium and rotating movements are located in the inner ear inside the __________

a) cochlea. b) eustachian tubes. c) tympanic membrane. d) semicircular canals.

Psychology

The endocrine gland in the brain that plays a role in sexual maturation is known as the:

A. thyroid. B. adrenal cortex. C. pancreas. D. pineal gland.

Psychology