20 Questions
Which type of memory is involved in remembering things in space?
Spatial memory
What is the function of glutamate receptors in long term potentiation (LTP)?
They let in calcium or sodium positive ions
What happens during long term depression (LTD)?
Synapses become weaker
What is the main focus of Eric Kandel and his colleagues' research?
The study of sea slugs
What is the effect of low frequency stimulation on synaptic connections?
Long term depression (LTD)
What is the role of the hippocampus in memory?
Acquisition and consolidation of memories
Which type of memory is associated with conscious effort and explicit information?
Declarative memory
Which neural substrate is associated with declarative memory?
Hippocampus
Which type of memory involves manipulation of information?
Working memory
What is the term for the creation of new neurons involved in learning and memory?
Neurogenesis
What is the term for the long-term enhancement of synaptic strength over time?
Long-term potentiation
What is the term for the process where synapses can be eliminated with experience?
Pruning
Which neurotransmitter is reduced in Alzheimer's disease?
Acetylcholine
What is the main symptom of Alzheimer's disease?
Memory loss
Which receptor types does acetylcholine bind to?
Muscarinic and nicotinic receptors
What can disrupt memory processing in Alzheimer's disease?
Muscarinic antagonist
What happens to acetylcholine cells in Alzheimer's disease?
They undergo cell death
Which brain areas are involved in memory and have higher levels of acetylcholine?
Hippocampus and amygdala
What is the term for the loss of ability to coordinate movements in Alzheimer's disease?
Ataxia
What is the term for the loss of ability to recognize familiar objects or people in Alzheimer's disease?
Agnosia
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