Regarding Brain Cells Regeneration and Repair, Which of the Following

question 131

Multiple Choice

Regarding brain cells regeneration and repair, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) The number of brain cells a person has decreases as they age.
• B) Approaches involving neurogenesis are offering hope for persons suffering from a variety of disabilities, such as depression, addiction, and schizophrenia.
• C) The adult brain is more difficult to change in response to the experience than a child's brain.
• D)  Synaptic connections are strengthened by experience and repetitive use.

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Definitions:

Environmental Racism

The disproportionate impact of environmental hazards on minority communities due to discriminatory practices.

Disproportionately

Refers to an unequal or imbalanced distribution or representation in comparison with a standard or expected ratio.

Air Pollution

The presence of substances in the atmosphere that are harmful to the health of humans and other living beings or cause damage to the climate or to materials.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The release of gases into the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, contributing to global warming and climate change.