Psychology GCSE
CT scans and brain structure
What CT scans and brain structure means in Psychology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of CT scans and brain structure
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Uses X-rays to build images showing structure such as bones, tumours or damage, so it is useful for spotting injury but gives limited information about activity.
Topics that use CT scans and brain structure
- Brain and neuropsychology (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Autonomic control of involuntary function
- Autonomic control of involuntary responses
- Behaviour
- Central versus peripheral roles
- Choosing a scanning technique for a purpose
- Distinguishing similar structures
- Divisions of the nervous system
- Episodic memory
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