DP 3 Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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Long-Term depression
A
When synaptic connections are not frequently activated, they become weak
2
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Long-Term potentiation
A
Synaptic connections that are frequently used are strengthened
3
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Neurodegenerative disease
A
An incurable condition that involves the progressive death of neurons e.g dementia
4
Q
Neuroplasticity
A
The capacity of the brain to modify its neural networks, changing and adapting in both structure and function.
5
Q
Rerouting
A
Healthy neurons create alternative neural pathways when existing connections are lost
6
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Sprouting
A
Existing neurons form new axon terminals and dendrites to allow new connections to be made
7
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Synaptic pruning
A
When the synaptic connections are eliminated
8
Q
Synaptogenesis
A
Process of forming new synapses or synaptic connections
