Deteriorating changes in the distal segment of an axon as a result of a break between it and the soma iscalled ________ degeneration.
A) neural
B) central
C) peripheral
D) Wallerian
E) conduction

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Wallerian degeneration specifically refers to the degeneration of the distal segment of an axon that has been separated from the cell body (soma) due to injury or damage. This is a form of peripheral nerve degeneration that occurs outside of the central nervous system. Therefore, choice C is partially correct as it refers to peripheral degeneration, but is not as specific as the term Wallerian degeneration. Choices A, B, and E are not correct as they do not accurately describe the specific process of degeneration that occurs in this scenario.

Deteriorating Changes in the Distal Segment of an Axon as a Result