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Suppose the brain needs to metabolize about 4 g glucose (C6H12O6,180 g/mol) per hour.Assuming glucose metabolism can be approximated by the reaction below,about how much energy does the brain use per day? C6H12O6(g) + 6 O2(g) 6 CO2(g) + 6 H2O( ) Hcomb = -2808 kJ/mol
Circadian Theory
A theory that explains the 24-hour cycle in the physiological processes of living beings, including humans, affecting sleep-wake patterns and hormonal releases.
Wears and Tears
The physical and psychological damage or deterioration caused by continuous use or stress over time.
Refractory Theory
A concept in neuroscience that suggests after a neuron has fired, there is a period during which it cannot fire again.
Delta Waves
Brain waves detected by electroencephalography that are associated with deep sleep and brain activity during meditation.
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