alpha waves

Synonyms:
  • alpha rhythm
German: Alphawellen
Japanese: アルファ波

Neurology. A type of brain waves which have a frequency of 8 to 13 Hz and an amplitude of 5 - 100 microvolt. These by EEG recorded waves occur in the occipital and parietal lobes when the individual is awake and in a quiet resting state with closed eyes.

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