18 Questions
What is the process that covers nerve cells with a coating of fat cells?
Myelination
Which part of the brain is responsible for thinking, language, and regulation of emotion?
Forebrain
What can hinder proper brain development?
Exposure to toxins or infections
What can stimulate brain growth in infants and toddlers?
Talking, reading, and playing
What is the primary function of the midbrain?
Relays information to eyes and ears
When can infants recognize their mothers' voice?
Immediately after birth
During which stage of prenatal development does the most dramatic growth and brain development occur?
Infancy and Toddlerhood
What is a notable characteristic of brain development during Infancy and Toddlerhood?
Rapid development of language and cognitive abilities
What is a significant aspect of cognitive development during Early Childhood?
Development of language and vocabulary
During which stage does brain development slow down, and refining motor skills become a focus?
Middle Childhood
What is a key aspect of brain development during Middle Childhood?
Acquiring foundational skills for building healthy social relationships
What hormonal changes are linked to developments during which stage?
Adolescence
What is the primary component of a blastocyst?
Ectoderm, Mesoderm, and Endoderm
What is the significance of the union of spermatozoid and ovum in genetics?
It marks the beginning of a new individual's life
According to recent developments in genetics, what is the number of chromosomes in haploid cells?
23
What does the Ectoderm layer in a blastocyst develop into?
Skin and nervous system
What is the significance of cell division during the Germinal Stage of prenatal development?
It allows for the formation of a blastocyst
What is the period of time during which cell division begins after conception?
24-36 hours
This quiz covers the development of the nervous system, including myelination, the formation of the spinal cord and brain, and the roles of the hindbrain, midbrain, and forebrain.
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