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Synaptic Tag

Synaptic Tag

In this outdoor activity, learners review the parts of the synapse and their functions by playing a game. The object of the game is to get as many neurotransmitters across the synapse to the dendrite without being caught (deactivated) by the enzyme. This game models the process by which enzymes break down neurotransmitters (e.g., acetylcholine) in the synaptic cleft....

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Keywords:
Social Sciences, Enzymes, Physical Activities, NSDL, Biological Science, Axon, Dendrite, Cells, The Brain and Nervous System, Synapse, Health/Medicine, Neurotransmitters, Games, Tag, Synapses, Life Science, Brain, Human Brains, Nervous System, Psychology, Cell Structure and Function, Life Sciences, Neuroscience, Human Body, Synaptic Cleft, Outdoor Activities, Synaptic Terminal
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
October 30, 2019
Author:
Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
Middle School, High School
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
Cost Involved:
No
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No
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Unknown
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Unknown

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