Which of the following properties of the brain does not change significantly over the lifespan?
A) White matter
B) Number of cells
C) Axon diameter
D) Myelination

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The number of cells in the brain does not significantly change over the lifespan. While there is ongoing neurogenesis (the birth of new neurons) in certain regions of the brain, it is not a significant enough process to alter the overall number of cells. The other options listed (white matter, axon diameter, and myelination) all undergo changes throughout development and aging.

Which of the Following Properties of the Brain Does Not