Vocabulary Entry

purkinje

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noun

Purkinje refers to a type of cell found in the brain and the heart, often associated with the Purkinje fibers in cardiac tissue or Purkinje neurons in the cerebellum.

Example Sentences

"The Purkinje neurons were instrumental in understanding the brain's motor control."

"During the heart's electrical conduction, the Purkinje fibers play a crucial role."

"Researchers studied the connections between Purkinje cells and motor coordination."