concepts

Question 1

neuroplasticiy

Answer 1

The ability of the brain to change its neural structures to adapt to change

Question 2

stregnthening of synapses

Answer 2

This is due to a process called Long Term Potentiation.
LTP argues that the repetition of a task results in neuroplasticity.

LTP also leads to dendritic branching or dendritic arborization which leads to an increase in neural density.

Question 3

nural pruning

Answer 3

A lack of potentiation as a result of discontinued behavior may lead to neural pruning - the process by which extra neurons and synaptic connections are eliminated.

Question 4

hippocampus responsibilities

Answer 4

• forming new memories
• spatial navigation
• learning
• located in mid temporal areas
• has acetycholine