Long-term potentiation in the hippocampus occurs during the production of ____ rhythms.
A)alpha
B)theta
C)delta
D)all of these

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Long-term potentiation (LTP) is a process of strengthening synapses between neurons, which is considered a cellular mechanism underlying learning and memory formation. LTP in the hippocampus is induced by theta-frequency (4-7 Hz) oscillations, which are characteristic of hippocampal network activity during various cognitive processes including spatial navigation, memory consolidation, and retrieval. Alpha rhythms (8-13 Hz) are associated with relaxed wakefulness, while delta rhythms (0.5-4 Hz) are commonly seen during deep sleep. Thus, neither alpha nor delta rhythms are directly linked to LTP in the hippocampus.

Long-Term Potentiation in the Hippocampus Occurs During the Production of ____