Fetal Brain Development Stages Quiz
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What is the first stage of brain development of the fetus?

  • Migration
  • Neurulation (correct)
  • Differentiation
  • Proliferation
  • Which structure does the telencephalic develop into during brain development?

  • Optic nerve
  • Hypothalamus
  • Thalamus
  • Cerebrum (correct)
  • What is the main function of oligodendrocytes in brain development?

  • Help with nutrient transfer
  • Create and secrete CSF
  • Transfer neurotransmitters
  • Form and maintain myelin sheath (correct)
  • What is the purpose of apoptosis in brain development?

    <p>Eliminate cells produced in excess</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells produce and maintain the myelin sheath around axons in the brain?

    <p>Oligodendrocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of growth cone during brain development?

    <p>Enable axons to react to guidance cues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of brain development involves initial synaptic contact followed by maturation and stabilization?

    <p>Synaptogenesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key role of astrocytes in brain function?

    <p>Produce growth factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the maturation of oligodendrocyte lineage?

    <p>Injury to pre OL contributing to white matter injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of microglia in the brain?

    <p>Aid in phagocytosis and respond to injury or infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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