The brain's ability to physically change in response to environmental stimulation is called:

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Structural plasticity refers to the brain's ability to physically change its structure in response to environmental stimulation, such as learning a new skill or adapting to a new environment. This can include changes in the density and shape of neurons, the growth of new dendrites and connections between neurons. A and B do not accurately describe this process, and while functional plasticity is related, it specifically refers to changes in the function of existing neural networks, rather than structural changes.

The Brain's Ability to Physically Change in Response to Environmental