Examlex

Solved

How Did the Aspect of Geographic Isolation from the Eurasian

question 3

Essay

How did the aspect of geographic isolation from the Eurasian continental mass affect development of the civilizations in the Western hemisphere?

Describe the basic mechanisms of synaptic transmission including the role of second messengers.
Identify the distinctions between excitatory and inhibitory synapses and their functional outcomes.
Explain the formation, modification, and role of dendritic spines in neural connectivity and learning.
Understand the effect of various substances and conditions (e.g., MPTP, PTSD, antidepressants) on neural function and neurotransmitter systems.

Definitions:

Mutations

Changes in the DNA sequence of a cell's genome, which can affect the cell's function and can be inherited.

Epigenetic Marks

Chemical modifications to the DNA or histone proteins that affect gene activity without altering the DNA sequence, influencing gene expression.

Refractory Period

The period immediately following a stimulus or action during which a nerve or muscle is unresponsive to further stimulation.

Neuron

A specialized cell transmitting nerve impulses; a nerve cell, the fundamental unit of the nervous system encoding and transferring information.

Related Questions