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jparksx

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on: Jun 22, 2018
The specialized protein molecules located in the axon membrane that can open or close are termed
 
  a. receptors.
  b. voltage transporters.
  c. autoreceptors.
  d. ion channels.
  e. sodium-potassium transporters.

Question 2

Which of the following is true regarding the action potential (AP)?
 
  a. The AP is conducted along the dendrite.
  b. The AP is conducted faster in unmyelinated nerve cells.
  c. The AP is an all-or-none electrical event.
  d. The AP amplitude is higher for an intense signal.
  e. The AP amplitude depends on its location along the axon.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: d. ion channels.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c. The AP is an all-or-none electrical event.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
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