Before contemporary research methods were available,____ provided significant advancements in our understanding of the nervous system.
A)autopsies
B)clinical observations of healthy individuals
C)X-rays
D)phrenology

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Autopsies, or postmortem examinations of the brain and nervous system, provided key insights into the structure and function of these systems before modern imaging and recording technology was available. Early pioneers in neuroscience, such as Santiago Ramón y Cajal, used careful examination of tissue samples to identify key features of neurons and their connections.

Before Contemporary Research Methods Were Available,____ Provided Significant Advancements in Our