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ANDREA DE LA CRUZ
on Dec 07, 2024
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If one examined a sample of brain tissue from a person who had died of Alzheimer's disease, it should show:
A) high concentrations of acetylcholine.
B) damage caused by lead and zinc poisoning.
C) wide gaps between neurons and neuronal connections.
D) many senile plaques and neurofibrillary tangles.
Senile Plaques
Protein deposits found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease, characterized by clusters of beta-amyloid protein that disrupt cell function.
Neurofibrillary Tangles
Twisted protein fibers found within the brain's cells that are one of the hallmark physical characteristics of Alzheimer's disease.
- Detail the biological roots of Alzheimer's disease, particularly the contributions of plaques, tangles, and brain architecture and operation.
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Learning Objectives
- Detail the biological roots of Alzheimer's disease, particularly the contributions of plaques, tangles, and brain architecture and operation.
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