A neuroscientist is going to present a talk on the human brain and how it compares to the brains of other animals. In addition to the size of the cortex, what is she likely to mention as a primary difference between human and animal brains?
a) The human cortex is smooth and not very thick compared to other animals' cortexes.
b) The human cortex is very wrinkled and crumpled in appearance compared to other animals' cortexes.
c) The human cortex is shaped like a seahorse whereas in other animals it is shaped more like a starfish.
d) The human cortex is filled with bony structures whereas in other animals it is not.
ANS: b
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