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The Smallest Living Units of Structure and Function in the Body

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The smallest living units of structure and function in the body are:


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Reticular Activating System

A network of neurons in the brainstem that plays a key role in regulating wakefulness and sleep-wake transitions.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum composed of gray matter and consisting mainly of nerve cell bodies.

Alpha Rhythm

A pattern of smooth, regular electrical oscillations in the human brain typically occurring when a person is awake but relaxed, usually in the frequency range of 8-12 Hz.

Theta Rhythm

A pattern of brainwave activity, typically in the range of 4-8 Hz, associated with stages of sleep and meditative states.

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