Which of the following terms and definitions is correct?
A)Cerebral cortex-a thin layer of gray matter forming the outermost part of the cerebrum
B)Hemisphere dominance-the largest cerebral hemisphere with the thickest cerebral cortex
C)Limbic system-interconnected brain structures that activate skeletal muscle
D)Cerebral cortex-a thick layer of white matter forming the innermost part of the cerebrum

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The cerebral cortex is a thin layer of gray matter forming the outermost part of the cerebrum.

Answer: B
 Hemisphere dominance refers to the fact that one cerebral hemisphere may be larger or have a thicker cortex than the other, which can lead to functional differences.

Answer: C
 The limbic system is a group of interconnected brain structures that are involved in emotions, motivation, and memory, but do not activate skeletal muscle.

Answer: D
 This definition of cerebral cortex as a thick layer of white matter is incorrect. The cerebral cortex is primarily composed of gray matter.

Which of the Following Terms and Definitions Is Correct