As New Neurons Migrate Outward to Build Up Concentric Layers

question 8

Multiple Choice

As new neurons migrate outward to build up concentric layers of neural tissue in the brain and spinal cord, which layer consists of cell bodies and is referred to as gray matter?

• A) Ventricular zone
• B) Mantle zone
• C) Intermediate zone
• D) Marginal zone

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