Neurogenesis in Adulthood​

question 74

Multiple Choice

Neurogenesis in adulthood​ 

• A)does not appear to occur in humans. 
• B)may protect the brain from the effects of stress. 
• C)only occurs in telomeres, the tips at the end of chromosomes. 
• D)is negative correlated with levels of physical activity.

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Definitions:

Forebrain

The anterior part of the brain, including the cerebrum and diencephalon, responsible for processing sensory information and controlling motor functions.

Tectum

A part of the brain located in the midbrain that plays a role in auditory and visual reflexes.

Basal Ganglia

A group of nuclei in the brain involved in coordinating movement, as well as aspects of learning and memory.

Allocortex

A type of cortical tissue in the brain characterized by fewer layers than the neocortex, involved in functions like emotion and memory.