Based on what you know about the neurophysiological and microanatomical differences between the right and left hemispheres, choose the option here that correctly lists the properties of cortical tissue samples taken from the left hemisphere.
A) relatively greater dendritic branching, relatively dense packing of cortical columns
B) relatively less dendritic branching, relatively dense packing of cortical columns
C) relatively greater dendritic branching, relatively loose packing of cortical columns
D) relatively less dendritic branching, relatively loose packing of cortical columns

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The left hemisphere is dominant for language and other higher-order cognitive functions. Cortical tissue samples taken from the left hemisphere show relatively greater dendritic branching, which is associated with increased synaptic connectivity and computational power. These samples also show relatively loose packing of cortical columns, which allows for more complex and flexible neural processing.

Based on What You Know About the Neurophysiological and Microanatomical