Stimulation in Hillary's Brain Resulted in a Massive Overabundance of Synapses,many

question 122

Multiple Choice

Stimulation in Hillary's brain resulted in a massive overabundance of synapses,many of which served identical functions.Neurons that were seldom stimulated lost their synapses in a process called __________.

• A) myelination
• B) synaptic pruning
• C) neuroimaging
• D) neurotransmission

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, which serves as the primary control center for processing and sending out information.

Internal Organs

Organs located inside the body that perform essential functions, such as the heart, liver, and kidneys.

Inhibitory Neurotransmitter

A type of neurotransmitter that decreases the likelihood of the neuron it binds to firing an action potential.

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits many neurons from firing, reducing activity in the nervous system.