recurrent circuit

a network of neurons and synapses in which a nerve impulse can make a complete path back to its starting point. This occurs in both positive feedback circuits and negative feedback circuits. See also self-exciting circuit.

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October 10th 2024

stochastic

adj.

1. random or undetermined; arising from chance.

2. describing a system or process that follows a probability pattern, such that events may be analyzed according to their statistical probability but not accurately predicted. See probabilism.