It Is Believed That the Mechanisms of Habituation Documented in Aplysia

question 57

Multiple Choice

It is believed that the mechanisms of habituation documented in Aplysia occur in other species because:

• A) scientists have been able to trace the entire neuronal circuit of habituation in the mammalian brain.
• B) most mammals have the same number of neurons as do Aplysia.
• C) repeated stimulation of sensory neurons in other species causes a reduction in neurotransmitter release.
• D) All of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Aerobic Exercise

Physical activity that increases heart rate and the body's use of oxygen, improving cardiovascular fitness, such as running, cycling, or swimming.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter important in regulating mood, appetite, sleep, memory, and learning.

Endorphins

Peptides produced by the central nervous system and the pituitary gland that act as neurotransmitters and have pain-relieving properties similar to morphine.

Mindfulness Meditation

A practice of mindfulness that involves focusing one's attention on the present moment, often as a method of reducing stress.