If a neurotransmitter hyperpolarizes a cell membrane and an action potential is less likely, the change is called ________ potential.

What will be an ideal response?


inhibitory postsynaptic

Anatomy & Physiology

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Although his cholesterol levels were not high, Mr. Martinez read that cholesterol was bad for his health, so he eliminated all foods and food products containing this molecule. He later found that his cholesterol level dropped only 20%. Why did it not drop more?

What will be an ideal response?

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What is the role of hormone producing cells found within the heart?

What will be an ideal response

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Which statement is not true?

A. During ventricular systole, the pulmonary semilunar valve is open. B. During ventricular systole, the atria are filling with blood. C. During ventricular systole, the bicuspid valve is open. D. During ventricular systole, the aortic semilunar valve is open. E. During ventricular systole, the tricuspid valve is closed.

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The fastest rate of mitosis happens in the ________.

A. stratum basale B. stratum granulosum C. stratum corneum D. stratum lucidum E. stratum spinosum

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