The Idea That in Some Circumstances the Brain Can Renew

question 129

Multiple Choice

The idea that in some circumstances the brain can renew itself by growing new neurons is known as

• A) homeostasis.
• B) axo-dendriticism.
• C) plasticity.
• D) neurogenesis.

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Definitions:

Appellate Court

A court that reviews decisions made by lower courts to ensure legal errors were not made in their judgements, focusing on questions of law rather than fact.

Standing

The legal right to initiate a lawsuit, requiring that the party filing the suit must have suffered a direct or tangible harm from the action in question.

Jury

A group of citizens sworn to give a verdict in a legal case based on evidence presented to them in a court of law.

Federal Court

A court established by the federal government of a country that has jurisdiction over matters involving federal laws.