Clusters of Neurons Located in the Medulla Oblongata and Pons

question 70

Short Answer

Clusters of neurons located in the medulla oblongata and pons of the brain stem send action potentials to the respiratory muscles to alter the size of the thoracic cavity. These clusters together make up the _____ _____.

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Definitions:

Behavior Genetics

A field of study that examines the role of genetic and environmental influences on behaviors.

Epigenetics

Analysis of how changes in the expression of genes, as opposed to changes in the genetic code, influence organismal variations.

Epigenetic Effect

An epigenetic effect involves changes in gene expression that are not attributable to alterations of the DNA sequence itself but are heritable; these can result from environmental factors, behaviors, and experiences.

Chronic Child Abuse

Repeated and prolonged exposure to harmful acts or neglect towards a child by caregivers or others.