During Adolescence, the Volume of Gray Matter in the Brain

question 153

Multiple Choice

During adolescence, the volume of gray matter in the brain _________ and the volume of white matter _________.

• A) decreases; decreases
• B) increases; increases
• C) increases; decreases
• D) decreases; increases

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Definitions:

Consciously Recall

The deliberate and effortful process of retrieving information or memories from one's past.

Retrograde Amnesia

A loss of memory for events that occurred before a specific incident, often due to brain injury or trauma.

Retrieve Information

The process of recalling or accessing stored data or knowledge from one's memory or external sources.

Form New Memories

The process by which experiences are encoded and stored in the brain, enabling future retrieval.