"Cooperativity" in long-term potentiation (LTP)refers to the
A)use of the same type of neurotransmitter in both the pre- and postsynaptic neurons.
B)simultaneous activity of several synapses on the same postsynaptic neuron.
C)nearly simultaneous activity of the pre- and postsynaptic neurons.
D)ability of the postsynaptic cell to use retrograde messengers such as NO to communicate with the presynaptic cell.

Question

"Cooperativity" in long-term potentiation (LTP)refers to the​ 
A)use of the same type of neurotransmitter in both the pre- and postsynaptic neurons. 
B)simultaneous activity of several synapses on the same postsynaptic neuron. 
C)nearly simultaneous activity of the pre- and postsynaptic neurons. 
D)ability of the postsynaptic cell to use retrograde messengers such as NO to communicate with the presynaptic cell.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Cooperativity in LTP refers to the simultaneous activity of multiple synapses on the same postsynaptic neuron, leading to the strengthening of the synaptic connections between them. This can occur through a variety of mechanisms, including the activation of NMDA receptors and the recruitment of additional AMPA receptors to the postsynaptic membrane. The other options (A, C, and D) do not accurately describe cooperativity in LTP.

"Cooperativity" in Long-Term Potentiation (LTP)refers to The​

"Cooperativity" in Long-Term Potentiation (LTP)refers to The