Neurogenesis Is

question 66

Multiple Choice

Neurogenesis is

• A)a normal process in which nerve cells form.
• B)a degenerative neural problem in some embryos.
• C)the beginning of damage to the fetal brain due to alcohol use by the mother.
• D)the result of cocaine use during pregnancy.

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Definitions:

Control Group

In experimental research, a group of subjects who do not receive the treatment being tested, used as a benchmark to measure the effect of the treatment.

Dependent Variable

In an experiment, it is the variable being tested and measured, which is expected to change due to manipulation of the independent variable.

Independent Variable

A variable in an experiment that is manipulated by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Control Variable

An element that is kept constant or regulated to minimize its impact on the outcome of an experiment.