Briefly Explain White-Dwarf Supernovae Are Useful for Measuring Cosmic Distances

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Essay

Briefly explain white-dwarf supernovae are useful for measuring cosmic distances.

Identify major methods used by psychologists to study the brain's functions and the insights gained from these methods.

Explain the primary functions of the brain and spinal cord and how they interact to support bodily functions.

Describe the roles of specific hormones of interest to psychologists, their related glands, and their influence on behavior and cognition.

Understand the socio-historical processes contributing to gender inequality.

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Definitions:

Neurons

Electrically excitable cells that process and transmit information through electrical and chemical signals in the nervous system.

Glia

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous systems that provide support, protection, and nutrition to neurons.

Prenatal Effects

The impacts on a developing fetus in the womb due to various environmental, genetic, or maternal factors.

Brain Plasticity

The brain's capacity to change and adapt by forming new neural connections, allowing for learning and recovery from injury.