Neurons from the Nucleus Gracilis

question 26

Multiple Choice

Neurons from the nucleus gracilis

• A) relay sensory information to the ipsilateral cerebral hemisphere.
• B) relay information directly to the cerebrum.
• C) decussate before entering the medial lemniscus.
• D) carry both crude and fine touch.
• E) both A and D

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Definitions:

Organism

A living entity characterized by the capacity for metabolism, growth, reaction to stimuli, and reproduction.

Neurotoxin

A type of toxin that specifically targets neural tissues, potentially causing damage to the nervous system.

Mutagen

An agent, such as radiation or a chemical substance, that causes genetic mutation.

Carcinogen

is any substance, radionuclide, or radiation that promotes carcinogenesis, the formation of cancer, by altering cellular metabolism or damaging DNA directly in cells.