Changes in Dendritic Morphology

question 56

Multiple Choice

Changes in dendritic morphology:

• A) occur spontaneously over days or weeks.
• B) indirectly represent new connections between widely separated brain regions.
• C) imply the addition or subtraction of synapses.
• D) imply new circuitry.

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Definitions:

Neuronal Maturation

The process by which neurons develop, mature, and acquire the ability to communicate through synapses.

Dendrite Growth

The process by which dendrites, the branching extensions of neurons, expand to increase the capacity for forming connections with other neurons.

Synapse Formation

The process by which neurons form synapses with each other, enabling communication through neurotransmitter release and receptor binding.

Specialization

The process by which cells, organisms, or individuals become adapted to perform a specific function or to thrive in a particular environment.