Complete Each of the Following Statments

question 49

Short Answer

Complete each of the following statments.
The brain normally uses only ____________________ as a source of fuel for energy production, yet it does not store any of this nutrient.

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that transmit signals across a chemical synapse, from one neuron to another, influencing mental function and behavior.

Neuroscience Approach

A method of studying the nervous system to understand the biological bases of behavior, cognition, and emotion.

Apraxia

A motor disorder caused by damage to the brain, characterized by difficulty in executing purposeful movements despite having the desire and physical ability to perform them.

Aphasia

is a communication disorder that results from damage to parts of the brain responsible for language, affecting the person's ability to speak, write, and understand others.