In Developing Phrenology, Gall's Main Failure Was That

question 26

Multiple Choice

In developing phrenology, Gall's main failure was that

• A) he did not seek disconfirming evidence.
• B) he was not a scientist.
• C) his method was correlational.
• D) all of the above.

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Definitions:

Cartilaginous Joint

Bones connected by cartilage; includes synchondroses and symphyses.

Epiphyseal Plates

Growth plates located at the ends of long bones where new bone growth occurs in children and adolescents.

Intervertebral Disks

Cartilaginous pads situated between the vertebrae in the spine, acting as shock absorbers and allowing flexibility.

Fontanelles

Soft spots on a baby's head where the skull bones have not yet fused, allowing for growth of the brain.