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theta rhythm

noun

Definition of THETA RHYTHM

:  a relatively high amplitude brain wave pattern between approximately four and nine hertz that is characteristic especially of the hippocampus —called also theta wave
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First Known Use of THETA RHYTHM

1944
Medical Dictionary

theta rhythm

noun the·ta rhythm \ˈthāt-ə-, British usually ˈthēt-ə-\

Medical Definition of THETA RHYTHM

:  a relatively high amplitude brain wave pattern between approximately 4 and 9 hertz that is characteristic especially of the hippocampus but occurs in many regions of the brain including the cortex—called also theta, theta wave

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