The brain's ability to physically change in response to learning, active practice, or environmental stimulation is called:
A) lateralization of function.
B) neurogenesis.
C) structural plasticity.
D) functional plasticity.

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Structural plasticity refers to the changes in the physical structure of the brain in response to learning, active practice or environmental stimulation. This can include changes in the number and shape of synapses, as well as the growth of new neural pathways.

Answer: D
 Functional plasticity refers to the brain's ability to shift functions from damaged to undamaged brain areas and to adapt to new environmental demands. This can involve changes in patterns of neural activity, and changes in the connectivity between neurons.

Therefore, both options C and D are correct as they both describe different types of brain plasticity.

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