The Chemical and Structural Changes That Occur in Neurons and Neural

question 151

Multiple Choice

The chemical and structural changes that occur in neurons and neural connections when memories are formed are collectively known as ________.

• A) automaticity
• B) reciprocity
• C) long-term potentiation
• D) priming

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Definitions:

N2 Sleep

A stage of non-REM sleep characterized by sleep spindles and K-complexes, representing a deeper sleep than N1 and precedes the even deeper N3 sleep stage.

N1 Sleep

N1 sleep, or stage 1 sleep, is the initial phase of the sleep cycle, characterized as the transition from wakefulness to sleep, marked by reduced muscle activity, slowed breathing, and heart rate, and is typically brief.

REM Sleep

A unique phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement, increased brain activity, vivid dreams, and temporary paralysis of the muscles.

N1 Sleep

N1 sleep, or the first stage of non-REM sleep, is a transitional phase where one drifts in and out of sleep and can be easily awakened.