The long-lasting increase in efficiency of neural transmission at the synapse is called

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Long-term potentiation (LTP) is a well-studied phenomenon of the long-lasting increase in efficiency of neural transmission at the synapse, which is essential for learning and memory. Choice A, neural networking, refers to the organization of neurons into networks. Choice B, transduction, refers to the conversion of one form of energy into another. Choice C, aplysia, refers to a genus of sea slugs often used in research on neural plasticity.

The Long-Lasting Increase in Efficiency of Neural Transmission at the Synapse