Central Nervous System Axons Regenerate Much Better in Fish Than

question 114

Multiple Choice

Central nervous system axons regenerate much better in fish than in mammals because:

• A) fish nerves do not have to travel so far to reach their target.
• B) fewer fish nerves are covered with myelin.
• C) fish do not produce as much scar tissue.
• D) fish generally have a lower body temperature.

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Definitions:

Terracotta Sarcophagi

Ceramic coffins used in ancient times, particularly by the Etruscans, often elaborately decorated to honor the deceased.

Reclining Figures

This refers to statues, sculptures or other representations of figures lying down, often used in art to depict relaxation, sleep, or death.

Tomb of the Leopards

An Etruscan burial chamber dating from the 5th century BCE, famous for its wall paintings depicting a banquet scene with leopards.

Banquet

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