Gap Junctions ____

question 87

Multiple Choice

Gap junctions ____.

• A) seal the spaces between cells
• B) allow ions and small molecules to pass between cells
• C) allow plant cells to communicate with each other
• D) give the cell its shape
• E) anchor the cell membrane to the cell wall

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Definitions:

Brain Plasticity

The ability of the brain to change and adapt as a result of experience, including the forming and reorganizing of synaptic connections.

Myelination of Nerve Fibers

The process of coating the axons of neurons with myelin, a fatty substance that improves the speed and efficiency of electrical impulses along nerve cells.

Brain Weight

Brain weight refers to the mass of the brain, which varies among individuals but is used in various scientific studies to analyze correlations with health, cognitive abilities, and certain medical conditions.

Adult Weight

A measurement that reflects the body mass of an individual achieved after completing the natural growth and development process.