_________________________ Is an Unhealthy State Resulting from Inadequate Intake of One

question 14

Short Answer

_________________________ is an unhealthy state resulting from inadequate intake of one or more nutrients that becomes life-threatening as the deficiencies accumulate.

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Definitions:

Cortex

The outermost layer of the brain, known for its role in important functions including thought, memory, consciousness, and language.

White Matter

Brain tissue comprising mainly of myelinated nerve fibers, which connect different parts of grey matter to each other.

Nerve Fibers

Long, threadlike extensions of neurons that transmit electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body, facilitating communication within the nervous system.