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brain wave

DEFINITIONS OF: brain wave

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n (neurophysiology) rapid fluctuations of voltage between parts of the cerebral cortex that are detectable with an electroencephalograph

Synonyms:
brainwave, cortical potential
Types:
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alpha rhythm, alpha wave
the normal brainwave in the electroencephalogram of a person who is awake but relaxed; occurs with a frequency of 8-12 hertz
beta rhythm, beta wave
the normal brainwave in the encephalogram of a person who is awake and alert; occurs with a frequency between 12 and 30 hertz
delta rhythm, delta wave
the normal brainwave in the encephalogram of a person in deep dreamless sleep; occurs with high voltage and low frequency (1 to 4 hertz)
theta rhythm, theta wave
the normal brainwave in the encephalogram of a person who is awake but relaxed and drowsy; occurs with low frequency and low amplitude
Type of:
bioelectricity
electric phenomena in animals or plants
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