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Chapter 3, Problem 1QM
Summary Introduction
To determine: The reason why a wrinkled brain is better than a smooth one.
Introduction: The controlling and communication center of human body is known as brain. Brain primarily works to convert senses into experiences.
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The surface of the brain has many grooves and ridges called gyrus that provide wrinkled appearance and is called as convoluted. The groove or space between two gyri is called a sulcus. The wrinkled brain has increased surface area for neurons, which in turn provides a greater power for information processing. Thus, the wrinkled brain is better than a smooth one.
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Chapter 3 Solutions
Brain & Behavior: An Introduction to Behavioral Neuroscience
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