This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: The NMDA receptor controls ________ and is normally blocked by ________. a. a chloride channel; ... (Read 104 times)

ishan

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 546
The NMDA receptor controls ________ and is normally blocked by ________.
 
  a. a chloride channel; sodium ions
  b. a potassium channel; magnesium ions
  c. the presynaptic membrane potential; GABA
  d. a calcium channel; magnesium ions
  e. the inputs to the hippocampus; presynaptic inhibition

Question 2

In a typical long-term potentiation (LTP) study, a stimulating electrode is inserted into the perforant path, while a recording electrode is inserted into the dentate gyrus.
 
  LTP is produced in this preparation by delivering a(n) ________ via the stimulating electrode.
 
  a. single high-intensity electrical pulse
  b. single low-intensity electrical pulse
  c. electrical pulse every minute for 2-3 hours
  d. long-duration but low-intensity pulse
  e. burst of 100 electrical pulses in a few seconds



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

kescobar@64

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 324
Answer to Question 1

Answer: d. a calcium channel; magnesium ions

Answer to Question 2

Answer: e. a burst of 100 electrical pulses in a few seconds




ishan

  • Member
  • Posts: 546
Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


nathang24

  • Member
  • Posts: 314
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

Did you know?

Before a vaccine is licensed in the USA, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviews it for safety and effectiveness. The CDC then reviews all studies again, as well as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Every lot of vaccine is tested before administration to the public, and the FDA regularly inspects vaccine manufacturers' facilities.

Did you know?

For about 100 years, scientists thought that peptic ulcers were caused by stress, spicy food, and alcohol. Later, researchers added stomach acid to the list of causes and began treating ulcers with antacids. Now it is known that peptic ulcers are predominantly caused by Helicobacter pylori, a spiral-shaped bacterium that normally exist in the stomach.

Did you know?

Elderly adults are living longer, and causes of death are shifting. At the same time, autopsy rates are at or near their lowest in history.

Did you know?

More than nineteen million Americans carry the factor V gene that causes blood clots, pulmonary embolism, and heart disease.

Did you know?

Astigmatism is the most common vision problem. It may accompany nearsightedness or farsightedness. It is usually caused by an irregularly shaped cornea, but sometimes it is the result of an irregularly shaped lens. Either type can be corrected by eyeglasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library