The Folds of the Cerebral Cortex

question 26

Multiple Choice

The folds of the cerebral cortex:

• A)hold the myelin that increases the efficiency of the neurons.
• B)permit the brain to be constantly bathed in protective fluid.
• C)facilitate the communication of its different lobes.
• D)allow more cortex to be packed into a small area.

---

Definitions:

Forage

Forage refers to the act of searching for and consuming food, typically used in the context of animals grazing or hunting for food in their natural environments.

Australopithecus

An extinct genus of hominins that lived in Africa between about 4 to 2 million years ago, known for walking upright and considered an early ancestor of humans.

Blood Vessels

Tubular structures that carry blood throughout the body, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Howler Monkeys

A type of large New World monkey known for its loud howl, which can be heard for miles, part of the family Atelidae.