Beginning in the 17th and 18th Centuries, New Technologies That

question 43

Multiple Choice

Beginning in the 17th and 18th centuries, new technologies that included the light microscope first allowed scientists to discover which of these events?

• A) A single nerve cell carries one type of information.
• B) Nerve cells use electrical impulses to transmit signals.
• C) The mind works in isolation from the rest of the body.
• D) Chemical messengers facilitate communication in the brain.

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Definitions:

Children's Understanding

Refers to the cognitive grasp that children have on various concepts, ideas, and environmental interactions.

Mental States

Conditions of the mind that can affect thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, ranging from everyday mood fluctuations to more serious conditions.

Emotions

Complex psychological states that involve a physiological response and an expressive behavior due to certain stimuli.

Behaviours

The observable actions or reactions of humans or animals in response to external or internal stimuli.