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: Tree-like structures that receive incoming signals from other neurons.

This vast network is not static. It constantly rewires itself in a process called , allowing us to learn from new experiences and adapt to our environment. The Vulnerability of the Network s175-057-lg.jpg

: The microscopic gaps where chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) bridge the divide between cells. : Tree-like structures that receive incoming signals from

: If a neuron dies, the surrounding cells often undergo atrophy due to a lack of activation—a process known as trans-synaptic degeneration. Modern Research and Therapeutics s175-057-lg.jpg

: Long fibers that carry electrical impulses away from the cell body toward new targets.

While the cerebral cortex is remarkably resilient, it is also the primary site for devastating neurodegenerative conditions.