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Purkinje

Definition:

Purkinje refers to a variety of scientific terms related to the study of the nervous system, specifically the brain and vision.

Parts of Speech:

Noun: Purkinje, Purkinje cell

Adjective: Purkinje

Senses:

Noun

1. A type of neuron found in the cerebellum of the brain.

Adjective

1. Relating to or derived from the Purkinje cells.

Usage:

Noun:

1. The Purkinje is an essential element in the cerebellum that plays a crucial role in coordinating motor movements.

Adjective:

1. The Purkinje dendrites exhibit distinctive characteristics when observed under electron microscopy.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The Purkinje cells are responsible for transmitting electrical signals in the cerebellum.
2. Damage to the Purkinje can lead to motor coordination issues.

Adjective:

1. The Purkinje axons provide output signals from the cerebellar cortex.
2. Researchers conducted a study investigating Purkinje neuron activity in response to visual stimuli.

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