The Brains of Female Zebra Finches Lack the Hormonal Influences

question 64

Multiple Choice

The brains of female zebra finches lack the hormonal influences that occur in the brains of males. As a result, what changes are seen in the female brains?

• A) Auditory processing centers are especially well-developed in females.
• B) More neurons are produced in the higher vocal center.
• C) There is increased transcription of genes whose products are involved in memory retention.
• D) The number of neurons in the higher vocal center declines.
• E) Octopamine levels increase, stimulating neural transmissions.

---

Definitions:

Epidemiologic Question

A query that guides research in epidemiology, aiming to investigate the distribution, determinants, and deterrents of health and diseases in specific populations.

Discrepancies

Inconsistencies or differences found in comparing two or more sources of information or datasets.

Sample Size

The number of participants or observations included in a study, crucial for the reliability of statistical analyses.

Epidemiology

The branch of medicine that deals with the incidence, distribution, and control of diseases and health conditions in populations.