Human Anatomy (9th Edition)
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Chapter 13, Problem 3RC
Developmental problems in the growth and interconnections of neurons in the brain reflect problems with the
(a) afferent neurons.
(b) microglia.
(c) astrocytes.
(d) efferent neurons.
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