Which statement is TRUE about laminae in the cerebral cortex?
A) All cortical areas contain six layers.
B) Odd numbered laminae contain only neurons; even numbered laminae contain only glia.
C) The laminae vary in thickness in different areas.
D) Each layer corresponds to a different sensory modality.

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Laminae in the cerebral cortex vary in thickness in different areas. While some areas contain six distinct layers, others may have less or more layers or the layers may be less distinct. Option A is incorrect because not all cortical areas contain six layers. Option B is incorrect because both neurons and glia are present in both odd and even numbered laminae. Option D is incorrect because each layer does not correspond to a specific sensory modality.

Which Statement Is TRUE About Laminae in the Cerebral Cortex