In the Context of Neural Influences on Aggression,which of the Following

question 47

Multiple Choice

In the context of neural influences on aggression,which of the following acts like an emergency brake on deeper brain areas involved in aggressive behavior?

• A)the pituitary gland
• B)the amygdala
• C)the prefrontal cortex
• D)the hippocampus

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Definitions:

Guano

Accumulated excrement of seabirds and bats, used as a fertilizer due to its high nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium content.

Phosphorus Cycle

The biogeochemical cycle that describes the movement of phosphorus through the lithosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere.

Denitrification

The microbial process of reducing nitrates or nitrites typically in soil, resulting in the escape of nitrogen gases back into the atmosphere.

Nitrate

A compound containing nitrogen and oxygen that is commonly found in fertilizers and can cause environmental issues in water systems.