2D synaptic plasicity Flashcards
1
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synaptic plasticity
A
the ability of synaptic connections to change over time in response to experience or activity
2
Q
mechanisms involved in synaptic plasticity
A
sprouting
rerouting
prunning
3
Q
learning and memory
A
learning- the process of acquiring knowledge, skills or behaviour through experience
memory: the process of encoding, storing and retrieving information that has been previously encountered
4
Q
long term potentiation
A
long lasting experience dependent, strengthening of synaptic connections that are regular activated
5
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long term depression
A
long lasting and experience dependent weakening synaptic connections that are not regularly activated
