The Parts of the Brain Where Addiction Arises Are

question 17

Multiple Choice

The parts of the brain where addiction arises are

• A) the suprachiasmatic nuclei, the ventricles, and the cerebral cortex.
• B) the nucleus accumbens, the ventral tegmental area, and the prefrontal cortex.
• C) the frontal medulla, the cerebellum, and the hypothalamus.
• D) the optic nerve, auditory nerve, and stapes.
• E) the presynaptic neuron, postsynaptic neuron, and synapse.

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Definitions:

Pupil

The opening in the iris of the eye that allows light to enter the retina.

Light

Electromagnetic radiation within a certain portion of the electromagnetic spectrum, perceived by the human eye as brightness of varying wavelengths and colors.

Cornea

The transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber, contributing to the eye's ability to focus light.

Lens

A curved piece of glass or other transparent materials used to refract light, focus images, and aid vision or in photography.