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Anajune7

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on: Jun 22, 2018
The NMDA receptor controls ________ that is normally blocked by ________.
 
  A) the input to the hippocampus; presynaptic inhibition
  B) a potassium channel; magnesium ions
  C) the presynaptic membrane potential; GABA
  D) a calcium channel; magnesium ions
  E) a chloride channel; sodium ions

Question 2

Which of the following is true of long-term potentiation (LTP)?
 
  A) LTP is the cellular basis for episodic memory.
  B) LTP occurs independent of synaptic activity.
  C) LTP reflects a persistent temporal summation of postsynaptic potentials.
  D) LTP can be produced in isolated hippocampal slices.
  E) LTP typically lasts up to one hour.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D
Rationale: LTP can be produced in isolated hippocampal slices.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
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