Which Type of Glia May Actually Participate in Neural Communication

question 64

Multiple Choice

 Which type of glia may actually participate in neural communication?

• A) astrocytes
• B) oligodendrocytes
• C) Schwann cells
• D) microglia

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

A reinforcement procedure in which a response is followed by the presentation of, or increase in intensity of, a reinforcing stimulus; as a result, the response becomes stronger or more likely to occur.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that is naturally rewarding, such as food, water, or relief from pain.

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that has become reinforcing through its association with a primary reinforcer, such as money being valued for its ability to purchase food or other basic needs.

Positive Reinforcer

A stimulus that, when presented after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.