Asked by
Trayvon Dumas
on Dec 03, 2024Verified
What type of neural growth occurs as a direct result of exposure to more individualized kinds of environmental events?
A) Experience-dependent
B) Experience-expectant
C) Adult neural stem cell generation
D) Synaptogenesis after age 12
Experience-Dependent
Describes neural growth that is stimulated by environmental experiences and may vary from one individual to another.
Synaptogenesis
The generation of synapses or connections between neurons, usually as a result of the growth of axons and dendrites.
Environmental Events
Occurrences in the natural or built environment that can influence the lives of individuals, communities, and ecosystems, such as natural disasters, pollution, and urban development.
- Explain the developmental processes and adaptations of the nervous system.
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Learning Objectives
- Explain the developmental processes and adaptations of the nervous system.