The Use of an Electrode to Destroy Small Areas of the Brain

question 596

Multiple Choice

The use of an electrode to destroy small areas of the brain beneath the surface is called

• A)PET.
• B)neural induction.
• C)deep lesioning.
• D)electroencephalography.

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Definitions:

Peristalsis

Muscular waves in a series that assist in moving food throughout the digestive tract.

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle tissue which is not under voluntary control, found in the walls of internal organs and blood vessels.

Skeletal Muscle

Muscle tissue that is attached to bones, primarily responsible for voluntary movements through contraction.

Cardiac Muscle

A specialized form of striated muscle found in the heart, characterized by its ability to contract involuntarily and rhythmically, facilitating blood circulation.