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Have you heard about Alzheimer's disease or motor neuron disorder? Search and find out why they occur and whether they are curable or not.

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Have you heard about Alzheimer's disease or motor neuron disorder? Search and find out why they occur and whether they are curable or not.

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Alzheimer's Disease:
  • Why it occurs: It occurs due to the abnormal accumulation of proteins (amyloid plaques and tau tangles) in and around brain cells, leading to the progressive damage and death of neurons.
  • Curability: It is not curable, but treatments are available to manage symptoms temporarily.
Motor Neuron Disorder (MND):
  • Why it occurs: It occurs due to the gradual degeneration and death of motor neurons, which are the nerve cells that control voluntary muscles (like walking, speaking, and swallowing).
  • Curability: It is not curable, but supportive therapies can improve the quality of life.
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Chapter 10: Nervous System - EXERCISE [Page 174]

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Lakhmir Singh Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 10 Nervous System
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