Imagine That a Section of Heart Muscle No Longer Has

question 16

Multiple Choice

Imagine that a section of heart muscle no longer has gap junctions.What do you think would be the result?

• A)The effects would be minimal from this change.
• B)The ability of the heart muscle cells to contract would be severely compromised.
• C)The ability of the heart muscle cells to reproduce would be severely compromised.
• D)The ability of the heart muscle cells to coordinate their contractions would be severely compromiseD.

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Definitions:

Frontal-Lobe Damage

Injury to the frontal lobes of the brain, which can affect personality, behavior, emotions, and cognitive functions, as these regions are responsible for decision making, problem solving, and impulse control.

Implicit Memories

Memories that are not consciously recalled but influence behaviors and knowledge, such as procedural memories for tasks.

Brain Circuits

Networks of interconnected neurons that process specific types of information or perform specific functions within the brain.

Recovery of Function

Recovery of function refers to the process by which functions or abilities that were impaired or lost due to injury or disease are restored or compensated for through rehabilitation or other means.