Luke Is Learning to Play the Guitar

question 71

Multiple Choice

Luke is learning to play the guitar. Recent research suggests that the organization of Luke's somatosensory cortex may change to allow more of the neurons there to respond to touch. Which lobe of Luke's cerebral cortex contains the somatosensory cortex?

• A)Frontal
• B)Parietal
• C)Temporal
• D)Occipital

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Definitions:

Interneurons

Neurons that transmit signals between other neurons, especially as part of reflexes or neural circuits.

Neurons

Specialized cells transmitting nerve impulses; the fundamental units of the brain and nervous system.

Stem Cells

Undifferentiated cells capable of giving rise to various other types of cells with specific functions.

Motor Neurons

Nerve cells that transmit signals from the brain and spinal cord to muscles, facilitating movement.