In the Laboratory, Sarah Electrically Stimulated a Part of a Rat's

question 509

Multiple Choice

In the laboratory, Sarah electrically stimulated a part of a rat's brain that made it assume an aggressive posture. What part of the brain did she stimulate?

• A)Hypothalamus
• B)Hippocampus
• C)Amygdala
• D)Basal ganglia

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Definitions:

Sarcoplasmic Reticulum

A network of membrane-enclosed tubules in muscle cells, involved in the regulation of calcium ions and muscle contraction.

Calcium

A chemical element vital for bone health, muscle function, and nerve signaling in the human body.

Neuromuscular Junction

The synapse or connection between a motor neuron and a skeletal muscle cell, enabling muscle contraction.

Sarcolemma

The plasma membrane of a muscle cell that encloses the cytoplasm of the cell, playing a role in muscle contraction.