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neuro ch 1
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12/12/2005

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isomorphism
Definition
match between a model and what it represents - isomorphic is applied to a model that is like quantitatively close to what it models (ex Vout = 10 x Vin)
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current source
Definition
larger area from which the current passively exits the cell
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current sink
Definition
part of the membrane where the current enters a cell
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equivalent circuit
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representing a neural system in terms of electrical circuits made up of resistors and batteries etc
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gain
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out/in
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voltage clamping
Definition
clamping the memrane potential at certain values to investigate membrane currents initiated by the change in potential or y various chemical and synaptic inputs
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patch recording
Definition
a micropipette with a special tip is used to detach a small piece of membrane and leave it sealed to the end of the tip. This makes it easy to vary the environment on either side of the membrane. this gives electrical access to the cell interior without having to penetrate the cell.
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well isolated spike
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can be attributed to a single cell
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