The Procedure That Detects, Amplifies, and Records Electrical Activity in the Brain

question 423

Multiple Choice

The procedure that detects, amplifies, and records electrical activity in the brain is known as

• A)electrical stimulation of the brain (ESB).
• B)functional MRI (fMRI).
• C)electroencephalography (EEG).
• D)positron emission tomography (PET).

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Definitions:

Epinephrine

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as adrenaline; involved in the body's fight-or-flight response.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, affecting heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose metabolism.

Polygraph

An instrument that measures multiple physiological responses, such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration, used to infer truths or falsehoods in a person's statements.

Blood Sugar Level

The concentration of glucose present in the blood, which is a critical indicator of metabolic health and is regulated by hormonal controls.