Chemicals in the Amphibian Tectum Guide the Growth of Axons

question 115

Multiple Choice

 Chemicals in the amphibian tectum guide the growth of axons from the retina to their correct location in the tectum by ____.

• A) having dozens of different growth factors
• B) using an electrical gradient
• C) using a chemical gradient
• D) glial cell transportation

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