neuronal pathways and circuit Flashcards

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convergent

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many converge and synapse with smaller number of neurons
allows different parts of the nervous system to activate or inhibit neurons
synthesis of date in the brain

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divergent pathways

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small number of presynpatic neurons synapse with a large number of post synaptic neurons
allows info to be transmitted to many parts of the brain

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reverberating circuit

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have a chain synapse with previous neurons in the chain; creates positive feedback loop
continues until fatigued or stimulated to stop
rhymic activities ie breathing

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parallel after discharge circuit

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neurons stimulate several neurons in parallel formation and then converge
used in processing complex information

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