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Chapter 7, Problem 13RA
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To determine:
The cause of absolute refractory period of a neuron.
Introduction:
The process of depolarization due to an influx of Na + (sodium) ions, repolarization due to an efflux of K + (potassium) ions takes place as a response to stimuli. The absolute refractory period is when an action potential is generated and during this period the neuron is not able to respond to a second stimulus.
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Any change in a neuron's membrane potential that moves the membrane potential to a value more negative than the resting potential (e.g. -120mv) is:
a. Hypopolarization
b. Depolarization
c. An action potential
d. HyperpolarizationNOTE: A IS INCORRECT
Which of the following statements does NOT correctly describe the repolarization of a neuron?
a. The potassium channels are slower to open, allowing the potassium ions to leave after depolarization.
b. The potassium ions leave the cell, thereby returning the neuron to its resting potential.
c. The neuron becomes more polarized and more negatively charged than its original resting membrane potential.
d. The sodium and potassium channels open, allowing the positive ions to move out of the cell.
Repolarization of an axon during an action potential is produced by a. inward diffusion of Na+. b. active extrusion of K+. c. outward diffusion of K+. d. inward active transport of Na+.
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