A Soldier Experienced a TBI Associated with Acceleration-Deceleration Forces

question 17

Multiple Choice

A soldier experienced a TBI associated with acceleration-deceleration forces. Which part of the neuron was most likely damaged?

• A) Axon
• B) Dendrite
• C) Telomere
• D) Cell body

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Definitions:

Trichromatic Theory

A theory that explains how the human eye sees color by the presence of three types of cones sensitive to different wavelengths of light: short (blue), medium (green), and long (red).

Color Vision

The ability of the eye to distinguish different wavelengths of light, enabling the perception of various colors.

Colorblindness

A genetic or acquired inability to see color or differentiate colors, affecting the perception of hues.

Proprioceptive Feedback

A type of sensory information that provides input on the position and movement of one's body parts, critical for coordinating movements and maintaining posture.