EEG- electroencephalography Flashcards

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1
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what is EEG used for?

A

measure electrical activity of the brain

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2
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what can EEG detect?

A

activity of large groups of neurons that are active at the same time

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how are EEG’s performed?

A

electrodes are attached to a skull cap
being placed on the scalp to monitor brain activity

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4
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are participants asked to do anything?
-EEG

A

they are NOT asked to perform/do a task

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