REM Sleep Is Associated with

question 110

Multiple Choice

REM sleep is associated with .

• A) decreased activity of the brain, especially the cerebral cortex
• B) temporary skeletal muscle inhibition except for ocular muscles and diaphragm
• C) decreased vital signs, such as heart rate and blood pressure
• D) decreased oxygen use, especially in the cerebral cortex

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Definitions:

Memory Systems

Different networks and processes in the brain responsible for storing, retrieving, and processing information and experiences.

Brain Regions

Specific areas within the brain that have distinct structures, functions, or both, contributing to the overall operation of the brain.

NMDA and AMPA Receptors

Types of glutamate receptors in the brain involved in synaptic plasticity and learning.

Long-Term Potentiation (LTP)

An increase in synaptic strength following repetitive stimulation, believed to be a cellular mechanism underlying learning and memory.