Question

question 45
the process of forming new synaptic connections between neurons is called ______.
a) transduction
c) synaptogenesis
d) synaptic pruning
b) neurogenesis

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Transduction is about converting energy (e.g., sensory transduction), not synaptic connections.
• Option B: Neurogenesis is the formation of new neurons, not synaptic connections.
• Option C: Synaptogenesis is defined as the process of forming new synaptic connections between neurons.
• Option D: Synaptic pruning is the removal of unused synapses, not formation.

Answer:

C) synaptogenesis