The Collision of India and the Rest of Asia Occurred

question 66

Multiple Choice

The collision of India and the rest of Asia occurred about _______ million years ago and led to the formation of the _______ biogeographic zone.

• A) 20-40;Oriental
• B) 45-80;Palearctic
• C) 100-130;Oriental
• D) 100-130;Palearctic
• E) 130-150;Australasian

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Definitions:

Neuroblasts

Immature nerve cells that have the potential to develop into fully functioning neurons, essential for the growth and development of the nervous system.

Cranial Nerves

Twelve pairs of nerves that emerge directly from the brain, not the spinal cord, and control sensory and motor functions of the head and neck.

Spinal Nerves

Nerve fibers extending from the spinal cord, carrying motor, sensory, and autonomic signals between the spinal cord and the body.

Neuralgia

Sharp, severe pain along a nerve or group of nerves, often chronic and recurring.