Which statement is not true about the development of an action potential?
A) There is a rapid change in polarity from about -70mV to about +40mV
B) It can be produced by an electric shock or sudden pH change
C) The action potential ends when the polarity across the membrane reaches +40 mV
D) Depolarization occurs when sodium gates open and allow sodium ions to enter the cell
E) Potassium gates open after the sodium gates and allow potassium ions to leave the cell
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q27: Which of the following drugs is a
Q28: The outer portion of the spinal cord
Q29: If you were studying the neurotransmitter which
Q30: The brain and spinal cord are wrapped
Q31: Neurotransmitters only cause stimulation in the nervous
Q33: Molecules that block the release of a
Q34: The summing up of excitatory and inhibitory
Q35: When the action potential "jumps" from node
Q36: If you were studying a rapid change
Q37: Which of the following drug blocks the
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents