Nervous System Functioning (VCE SSCE Psychology): Quizzes
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What is synaptic plasticity?
What is synaptic plasticity?
Changes at synapses that strengthen/weaken
How does synaptic plasticity differ from neural plasticity?
How does synaptic plasticity differ from neural plasticity?
It's more specific to individual synapses
What type of neurotransmitter is glutamate in synaptic plasticity?
What type of neurotransmitter is glutamate in synaptic plasticity?
Excitatory
What is long-term potentiation (LTP)?
What is long-term potentiation (LTP)?
Permanent strengthening of synapses
What is the main function of long-term depression (LTD)?
What is the main function of long-term depression (LTD)?
Weaken underused connections for efficiency
How do LTP and LTD work together?
How do LTP and LTD work together?
LTP strengthens new, LTD weakens old paths
What are dendritic spines?
What are dendritic spines?
Protrusions on post-synaptic neuron
What is synaptogenesis?
What is synaptogenesis?
Creation of new connection points
What does rerouting involve?
What does rerouting involve?
Forming new connections for alternative paths
What is the purpose of synaptic pruning?
What is the purpose of synaptic pruning?
Remove excess connections for efficiency