The basic structural unit of the nervous system is the? a) axon b) neuron c) red blood cell or d) white blood cell

If a person suffers from a traumatic brain injury in the prefrontal cortex, similar to that of Phineas Gage, what changes might occur?

When does puberty occur? What causes the changes that occur during puberty?

Which of the following formulas is most likely to be a protein molecule? C6H12O6 C12H22O11 C685H1068N196O211S 5

If you see a "shiny" rock sample, what mineral property are you observing?

Which have been the most common methods of dealing with waste? A. dumping and burnin b. dumping and reusing C. Reusing and recycling D. Recycling and burying

What genetic mutation is sickle cell anemia caused by?

The opening and closing of the heart valves is caused by action potentials within the cusps of the valves. contraction of the smooth muscle in the walls of the great vessels leaving the heart.

What is systematics and why is it a less arbitrary and more natural approach to categorizing living organisms?

Think about the following items: a candle flame, a balloon floating in the air, and bubbles blown from a bubble wand. Describe characteristics that could indicate life in these items, and characteristics that show they are not alive.

If a person wanted their child to have 6 fingers on each hand, explain how you think a doctor would be able to accomplish this