Evidence that has supported the Synaptic Homeostasis Hypothesis has shown that during sleep, ______ occurred at small, unstable synapses but not at stronger synapses.

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Pruning of small, unstable synapses during sleep, rather than strengthening or long-term potentiation, supports the Synaptic Homeostasis Hypothesis by suggesting that sleep serves to downscale synaptic connections, thereby conserving energy and resources.

Evidence That Has Supported the Synaptic Homeostasis Hypothesis Has Shown