Which statement is true of neurons?
A. Neurons have a high metabolic rate and require a continuous source of fuel.
B. The dendrites store nutrients and oxygen for later use by the soma of the neuron.
C. Neurons make up 89 percent of the volume of the brain.
D. Dead glial cells are replaced by newly formed neurons.
Answer: A
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a. face recognition. b. body recognition. c. a variety of objects and shapes. d. face and body recognition as well as a variety of other objects and shapes.
If an individual suffered a stroke that impacted the left temporal gyrus, it is likely that he or she would experience:
a. Broca's aphasia. b. Wernicke's aphasia. c. global aphasia. d. anomic aphasia.