Chapter 3c Flashcards
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what is synaptic plasticity
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specific changes that occur within the synapse, between neurons
2
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long term potentiation (LTP)
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the relatively permanent strengthening of synaptic connections as a result of repeated activation of a neural pathways
3
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long term depression (LTD)
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the relatively permanent weakening of synaptic connections as a result of low-level activation.
4
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what is sprouting
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the growth of axon or dendrite fibers at the synapse
5
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what is rerouting
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when new connections are formed between neurons to establish alternative neural pathways.
6
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what is pruning
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is the removal of excess neurons and synaptic connections to increase the efficiency of neural transmissions.
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