The differences in brain structures and blood flow between male and female
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differences, brain anatomy, gender dimorphism, cerebrum, grey and white mattersAbstract
This paper will analyze the sex differences found in brain anatomy. In particular, the grey and white matter, the cerebral blood flow, and more specific regions will be investigated. The global volume and particular areas of grey matter, white issue, and blood flow will be included. Their differences will also have some emotional factors discussions. Information and data collected from papers before are used to conclude the end. Men undoubtedly have a more considerable brain volume, and females have higher total cerebral blood flow. The sizes and neuron numbers in the specific constituents still doubt it. The possible purpose of such research is to develop in the sociology and medical sectors.
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