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A primary function of the reticular activating system (RAS) is to arouse or alert the cerebral cortex.
Enriched Environments
Settings or conditions that provide increased sensory, cognitive, and social stimulation, which are thought to enhance learning and development.
Synapses
The junctions between neurons through which they communicate with each other, transmitting signals via chemical or electrical means.
Y Chromosomes
A type of sex chromosome, present typically in males, that is involved in sex determination; males have an XY genotype, while females have XX.
Sex Hormones
Chemical substances produced by the sex organs and adrenal glands that regulate sexual development and behavior, as well as reproduction.
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