The San Andreas Fault Is a Typical Example of This

question 6

Multiple Choice

The San Andreas Fault is a typical example of this type of plate boundary.

• A) transform
• B) subduction
• C) divergence
• D) convergence
• E) none of the answer choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Nociception

The sensory process that provides the signals that lead to the perception of pain in response to a potentially harmful stimulus.

Endogenous Opiates

Naturally occurring chemicals in the body that reduce pain, enhance pleasure, and play a role in the stress response, similar to opioids.

Spinal Cord

A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, which extends from the brain and is encased within the vertebral column.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the central and peripheral nervous systems that plays a crucial role in muscle movement and cognitive functions.