The Notion That the Nerves That Branch Out from the Spinal

question 111

Multiple Choice

The notion that the nerves that branch out from the spinal cord and brain become less efficient with age is called

• A)dendrite/axon theory.
• B)peripheral slowing hypothesis.
• C)generalized slowing hypothesis.
• D)decreased myelination theory.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Cortex

The outer region of the adrenal glands that produces steroid hormones including cortisol and aldosterone.

Glomerular Capsule

Cuplike structure that is the initial portion of a nephron.

Renal Pelvis

A central space, or cavity, in the kidney where urine collects before moving to the ureter.

Sterile

Free from any living microorganisms; in a medical or laboratory context, it indicates that an item or environment has been rendered free of all forms of life, especially microbial life, to prevent infection or contamination.