Histology of the Nervous System and Learning Memory Quiz
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Which part of the brain is involved in memory heterogeneity?

  • Ocean cells
  • Enthortinal cortex
  • Islands cells
  • Hippocampus (correct)
  • What is the primary function of neuroplasticity?

  • Enhancement of short term memory
  • Stabilization of memory
  • Prevention of memory loss
  • Adaptation to changing circumstances (correct)
  • In which stage of life is neuroplasticity high according to the given information?

  • Adulthood
  • Childhood (correct)
  • Elderly age
  • Teenage years
  • What type of changes are associated with short term memory according to the text?

    <p>Temporary chemical/synaptic changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain receives, transforms, and stores information as memory?

    <p>Cerebrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the half-time of neuronal proteins?

    <p>6-14 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ability of the neuron to respond to stimuli called?

    <p>Excitability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells secrete NGF (nerve growth factor) in developing and regeneration?

    <p>Schwann cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Schwann cells secrete in the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

    <p>Myelin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the perypheral nervous system histology component called 'Free nerve endings'?

    <p>Detect pain and temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the combination of stimuli induce in a given system of neurons?

    <p>Permanent changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nervous system is embedded in the perineurium?

    <p>Peripheral nerve roots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What increases during learning in the neuron's metabolism?

    <p>Carbohydrate metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are changes in the efficiency of synapses related to?

    <p>Both short-term and long-term memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain is responsible for long-lasting long-term memory?

    <p>Cerebrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the plasticity of synapses refer to?

    <p>Ability to form new synapses and change neurotransmitter type</p> Signup and view all the answers

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