A Feedback Mechanism Occurs When the Environment Initially Changes Slowly

question 25

True/False

A feedback mechanism occurs when the environment initially changes slowly or not at all in response to a small perturbation, but after the threshold is crossed, an additional small perturbation causes rapid and dramatic change.

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Definitions:

High Amplitude

Refers to waves or signals with a large magnitude or intensity, often used in the context of sound, light, or electrical waves.

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

A test that measures electrical activity in the brain using small, metal discs attached to the scalp.

Action Potential

A rapid, temporary change in the electrical potential across a cell membrane, leading to the transmission of nerve impulses.

Single Active Neuron

describes a scenario where only one neuron is actively firing, often used in neurological studies to understand neuronal behavior.