In the context of Alzheimer’s, 'plaques' are found ______ the neurons, while 'tangles' are found ______ the neurons.
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Correct answer: Outside; Inside
Amyloid plaques are extracellular deposits found in the spaces between nerve cells. Neurofibrillary tangles are intracellular, forming inside the dying neurons.
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