Which of the Following Effects Does Myelination Have on the Nervous

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following effects does myelination have on the nervous system?

• A)It increases the speed and efficiency of information traveling through the nervous system.
• B)It increases the blood-flow to the brain,spinal cord,and surrounding areas.
• C)It improves the quality of sleep in children.
• D)It aids the functioning of connective tissues in the bodies of infants and young children.

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Definitions:

Micelle Formation

The self-assembly of amphiphilic molecules into spherical structures in aqueous solutions, important for the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and lipids.

Lipids

A diverse group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, oils, waxes, and certain vitamins, serving as energy storage and important cell membrane components.

Monosaccharides

Simple sugars that serve as the most basic form of carbohydrates, such as glucose and fructose.

Symport Process

A type of active transport in which two substances are simultaneously transported across a cell membrane in the same direction by a transporter protein.