Biology 2e
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Chapter 35, Problem 22RQ
Why is it difficult to identify the cause of many nervous system disorders?
- The genes associated with the diseases are not known
- There are no obvious defects in brain structure
- The onset and display of symptoms varies between patients
- all of the above
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Chapter 35 Solutions
Biology 2e
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