In Order for a Neural Signal to Be Sent, Neurotransmitters

question 49

Multiple Choice

In order for a neural signal to be sent, neurotransmitters must move from the axon of one neuron to the dendrite of another.This reflects the importance of the:

• A)organelles.
• B)synapse.
• C)terminal buttons.
• D)dendrites.

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Definitions:

Huntington's Disease

A genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain, leading to physical, cognitive, and psychological symptoms.

Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum in the brain, involved in complex functions such as thought, perception, and memory.

Classical Conditioning

A teaching approach whereby, through consistent pairing, a response initially elicited by a secondary stimulus is in time elicited by the primary stimulus.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, where an association is made between a behavior and a consequence for that behavior.