One Reason the Brain Is Vulnerable to Nutritional Deficiencies and Trauma

question 23

Multiple Choice

One reason the brain is vulnerable to nutritional deficiencies and trauma in early infancy is the:

• A)Incompletely developed neuromuscular system
• B)Primitive reflex system
• C)Presence of various sleep-wake states
• D)Cerebellum growth spurt

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Definitions:

Twin Studies

Research designs that compare monozygotic (identical) and dizygotic (fraternal) twins to assess genetic and environmental influences on physical and psychological traits.

Trait

A distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person.

Behavior

The observable actions or responses of humans or animals in response to external or internal stimuli.

Genes

Units of heredity made up of DNA that act as instructions to make molecules called proteins, influencing the development, functioning, and reproduction of organisms.