Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)
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Author: Lauralee Sherwood
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Chapter 5, Problem 7RE
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If the given statement 'the definite function of a precise cortical region will carry out is always fixed during the embryonic development' is true or false.
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The cerebral cortex is the convoluted surface layer of the cerebrum gray matter. It functions mainly in the coordination of sensory and motor information. It is formed of tightly packed neurons is wrinkly in structure.
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