Dissection Revealed That the Brain Was Made Up of Many

question 295

Multiple Choice

Dissection revealed that the brain was made up of many anatomically distinct areas or "parts." This technique involves

• A)linking specific structures in the brain with specific psychological or behavioral functions.
• B)direct electrical stimulation and activation of brain tissue.
• C)cutting apart autopsied human and animal brains and examining them under a microscope.
• D)studying subtle behavioral signs of nervous system dysfunction, including clumsiness, an awkward gait, poor hand-eye coordination, and other perceptual and motor problems.

Describe how the myelin sheath affects neural impulse transmission.

Compare the nervous system's operation to other systems (e.g., computers) to illustrate neural processes.

Recognize the impact of diseases (like multiple sclerosis) on neural functioning.

Understand the concept of resting and action potentials within neurons.

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