A Researcher Identifies a Neuron in the Brain That Sends

question 102

Multiple Choice

A researcher identifies a neuron in the brain that sends signals to a second neuron.After stimulating the neurons,the researcher finds that the signal being sent between the neurons is stronger than before.Which phenomenon can explain this result?

• A)synaptic pruning
• B)hippocampal potentiation
• C)long-term potentiation
• D)cellular encoding

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Definitions:

Embryonic Stage

The period in prenatal development from approximately two to eight weeks after fertilization, during which the major organs and structures of the organism develop.

Germinal Stage

The earliest phase in prenatal development, starting from fertilization and lasting until the zygote implants in the uterine wall.

Placental Stage

The third and final stage of childbirth involving the delivery of the placenta from the uterus to the outside world.

Foetal Stage

The developmental period in humans from nine weeks after conception until birth, marked by rapid growth and maturation of bodily structures.