What Is Neurogenesis and Where Is It Most Likely to Occur

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Essay

What is neurogenesis and where is it most likely to occur in the brain? Give an example of how it might be used to treat neurological disorders.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Constant

A number that expresses the ratio of products to reactants at equilibrium for a chemical reaction, indicating the extent of the reaction.

Ammonia

A colorless gas with a characteristic pungent smell, consisting of nitrogen and hydrogen (NH3), used as a fertilizer and cleaning agent.

Catalyst

A material that accelerates the speed of a chemical reaction without experiencing any lasting chemical alteration.

Acid Equilibrium

The state of balance between the forward and reverse reactions in which an acid donates a proton to a base.