Describe the neurophysiological changes that are involved in long-term memory. What will be an ideal response?


Concepts to Consider: Long-lasting changes in postsynaptic neurons; receptors are activated; G
proteins are activated; cyclic AMP acts as second messenger; protein kinase is activated, enters
nucleus, and phosphorylates CREB; CREB activates transcription of certain genes and proteins
produced.

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Which pattern of selection will favor individuals that are on opposite ends of the trait spectrum?

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The wings of birds and insects share similar functions but evolved from different structures; therefore, these wings are said to be

A) homologous. B) biramous. C) uniramous. D) analogous. E) bipedal.

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