Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 6.2, Problem 12CC

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To determine: Whether a cell depolarize or hyperpolarize when Cl- channel opens.

Introduction: Polarization is the electric difference across the cell membrane. It is the process of producing positive and negative electric charges inside the cell with respect to the surroundings.

(b)

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To determine: Whether a cell depolarize or hyperpolarize when K+ channel opens.

Introduction: Resting potential of a cell is -70 mV. When resting potential alters, the cell either becomes hyperpolarize or depolarize. It becomes more negative or more positive.

(c)

Summary Introduction

To determine: Whether a cell depolarize or hyperpolarize when Na+ channel opens.

Introduction: At rest, a neuron has a resting potential of -70 mV. This states that inside of the cell is more negatively charged than the surrounding. When resting potential increases or decreases, a neuron transmits the message.

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The resting membrane potential…A) Can be approximated using the Goldman-Hodgkin-Katz equation.B) Represents a difference in charges across the cell membrane, resulting mostly from the passive flow of Na+ions.C) Has no influence on the driving force that acts on different ions across the cell membrane.D) Is equally dependent on the concentration gradients of potassium and sodium across the cell membrane.E) Becomes hyperpolarized during an excitatory graded potential.
Which of the following is ther eason why the potassium leaves the cell readily at the peak of the action potential?A) The sodium-potassium pumps work hard to return potassium to the extracellular fluid. B) Diffusion will continue to push potassium into the cell, but electrostatic pressure will move potassium out of the cell. C) Diffusion will push potassium out of the cell, but electrostatic pressure continues to attract potassium to the interior of the cell. D) Both diffusion and electrostatic pressure will cause potassium to exit the cell.
Which statement is TRUE regarding the Na+ voltage-gated channel in neurons? A) Similar to the potassium ion channel, it exists as a tetramer in the membrane. B) Aspartate residues are part of the voltage-sensing helices. C) Positive membrane potentials on the extracellular side will close the channel. D) Ion specificity comes from the voltage-sensing helices.

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