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BIPN 152- Lecture 5 Synaptic Plasticity,
Learning and Memory Questions and
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How are NMDA receptors blocked?
✓ Mg2+ block them UNLESS THE MEMBRANE IS DEPOLARIZED (which then causes Mg2+
to pop out of its binding site to the receptor)
What ions are NMDA receptors permeable to?
✓ Ca2+, Na+, K+
What is synaptic/neural plasticity?
✓ Long-lasting changes to the brain throughout an individual's life
What does neural plasticity account for?
✓ Learning and memory, cortical remapping after brain damage, changes in
behavior/emotions/abilities throughout life
How does neural plasticity result?
✓ From interactions between genes and the environment (i.e. NATURE VS. NURTURE)
What are the key features that a learning mechanism must exhibit?
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