Questions and Answers
What role does the notochord play during development?
It is a transient structure that defines the axis of symmetry of the organism.
How are a cortical neuron’s birthday and cortical organization related?
Early born neurons are located in the deep cortical layers (layers 5,6).
What is the difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical division?
Symmetrical division results in two new stem cells; asymmetrical division results in one young neuron and one stem cell.
A mouse model is created in which the Noggin protein is knocked out. How would this affect development in the mouse?
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An experimental animal develops with fetal abnormalities, specifically, the hemispheres of the forebrain do not have clear separation. Which condition could be responsible for this?
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