Neural clique
Neural Clique
Neural clique (pronunciation: /ˈnʊərəl klɪk/) is a term used in the field of neuroscience to describe a group of neurons that are interconnected and work together to perform a specific function.
Etymology
The term "neural" is derived from the Latin word "neuron" which means nerve, while "clique" is a French word that means a small close-knit group of people who do not readily allow others to join them. In the context of neuroscience, a neural clique refers to a group of neurons that are closely connected and function together.
Definition
A neural clique is a set of neurons that are interconnected and function together to perform a specific task. These cliques are thought to be the basic functional units of the brain, and they play a crucial role in various cognitive functions such as memory, learning, and perception. Each clique is composed of a number of neurons that are connected through synapses, and the strength of these connections determines the function of the clique.
Related Terms
- Neuron: A neuron is a nerve cell that is the basic building block of the nervous system. Neurons are responsible for receiving sensory input from the external world, processing this information, and transmitting it to other neurons, muscles, or glands.
- Synapse: A synapse is a structure that permits a neuron to pass an electrical or chemical signal to another neuron or to the target effector cell.
- Neuroscience: Neuroscience is the scientific study of the nervous system. It is a multidisciplinary branch of biology that combines physiology, anatomy, molecular biology, developmental biology, cytology, mathematical modeling, and psychology to understand the fundamental and emergent properties of neurons and neural circuits.
- Brain: The brain is an organ that serves as the center of the nervous system in all vertebrate and most invertebrate animals. It is located in the head, usually close to the sensory organs for senses such as vision.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neural clique
- Wikipedia's article - Neural clique
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