Brain Waves Flashcards

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The record of brain waves is called

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Electroencephalogram (EEG)

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Brain waves

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The electrical signals(nerve impulses) that are generated by brain neurons

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Patterns of activation of brain neurons produce how many types of brain waves

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Four

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Four types of brain waves are

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Alpha waves, beta waves, theta waves and delta waves

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Alpha waves

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Appear in normal individuals when they are awake and resting with their eyes closed; disappear entirely during sleep

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Beta waves

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Appear when the nervous system is active(during periods of mental activity)

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Theta waves

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Appear in children and adults experiencing emotional stress and brain disorders.

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Delta waves

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Appear during deep sleep in adults, but are normal in awake infants.

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A awake adults with his eyes closed or open

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Alpha waves

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An adult taking a math exam

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Beta waves

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Sleeping adults

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Delta waves

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