Brain Waves Flashcards
The record of brain waves is called
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
Brain waves
The electrical signals(nerve impulses) that are generated by brain neurons
Patterns of activation of brain neurons produce how many types of brain waves
Four
Four types of brain waves are
Alpha waves, beta waves, theta waves and delta waves
Alpha waves
Appear in normal individuals when they are awake and resting with their eyes closed; disappear entirely during sleep
Beta waves
Appear when the nervous system is active(during periods of mental activity)
Theta waves
Appear in children and adults experiencing emotional stress and brain disorders.
Delta waves
Appear during deep sleep in adults, but are normal in awake infants.
A awake adults with his eyes closed or open
Alpha waves
An adult taking a math exam
Beta waves
Sleeping adults
Delta waves