alpha wave
alpha wave · alpha waves
An electrical signal produced by the brain while the subject is relaxedAn electrical signal produced by the brain while the subject is relaxed.
» You can produce alpha waves in your brain when you meditate.
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1 sensesAn electrical signal produced by the brain while the subject is relaxed.
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- the normal brainwave in the electroencephalogram of a person who is awake but relaxed; occurs with a frequency of 8-12 hertz
Examples
1 sentencesYou can produce alpha waves in your brain when you meditate.
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- the normal brainwave in the electroencephalogram of a person who is awake but relaxed; occurs with a frequency of 8-12 hertz:alpha rhythm
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