Which of These Statements Describes Long-Term Potentiation

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements describes long-term potentiation

• A)It refers to increased responsiveness to mild stimuli following a strong or noxious stimulus.
• B)It refers to an increase in strength of existing synaptic connections in pathways.
• C)It involves decreased neurotransmitter release from the presynaptic cells.
• D)It involves transient strengthening of pre-existing synapses.

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Definitions:

Peptidoglycan

A complex polymer found in the cell walls of most bacteria, providing structural strength and shape.

Waxy Cell Wall

A waxy cell wall is characteristic of plant cells and some microorganisms, providing a protective, waterproof layer.

Mycoplasma

A genus of bacteria that lack a cell wall, making them resistant to many common antibiotics and causing various diseases in humans and animals.

Peptidoglycan

A polymer that makes up the cell walls of most bacteria, consisting of sugars and amino acids, and provides structural strength to the bacterial cell wall.