Neurons that are formed during embryonic development are likely to die if they do not
A) undergo apoptosis.
B) form synaptic contacts with other neurons.
C) form synaptic contacts with radial glial cells.
D) receive synaptic inputs from visual sensory neurons.
E) undergo further cell division.

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Neurons that are formed during embryonic development require synaptic contacts with other neurons to survive. Without these synaptic contacts, the neurons are likely to undergo apoptosis and die.

Neurons That Are Formed During Embryonic Development Are Likely to Die