The Practice of Eating Nonfood Substances Is Called

question 50

Multiple Choice

The practice of eating nonfood substances is called

• A) pica.
• B) purging disorder.
• C) lanugo.
• D) bingeing.

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Definitions:

Neurons

Nerve cells that transmit information through electrical and chemical signals, serving as the basic building blocks of the nervous system.

Chemical Role

The chemical role refers to the function or position that a specific chemical species or group of species plays within a particular chemical process or reaction.

Brain Volume

The total space occupied by the brain, typically measured in cubic centimeters (cm³) or milliliters (mL), which can be indicative of various health conditions or cognitive capabilities.

Astrocyte

A type of supportive glial cell in the brain and spinal cord that helps maintain the barrier between blood and brain and provides nutrients to nervous tissue.