Calcium Channels

question 2

Multiple Choice

 Calcium channels

• A) are evenly distributed down the length of the axon.
• B) are rare along the length of the axon but are found in large quantities on the axon terminal.
• C) are rare at the axon terminal but are found in large quantities down the length of the axon.
• D) occur on the cell body and dendrites but rarely on axons.

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Definitions:

Anterograde Amnesia

A loss of the ability to create new memories after the event that caused the amnesia, leading to an inability to recall recent experiences.

Retrograde Amnesia

A condition characterized by the loss of pre-existing memories to varying degrees, often due to trauma or disease.

Proactive Interference

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Implicit Memory

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