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Which of the following accurately describes the difference between white and gray matter?
Options
A White matter contains myelinated axons; gray matter contains neuron cell bodies
Correct Answer
B Gray matter conducts faster impulses
C White matter is only found in the peripheral nervous system
D Gray matter insulates neurons
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

White matter appears white due to the high concentration of myelinated axons. Gray matter, in contrast, is composed primarily of neuron cell bodies, dendrites, and unmyelinated axons.

Hint

Think of the cortex as gray and the deeper tracts as white.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 34 of 2214
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