When the neuron membrane becomes more positive than the resting membrane potential, it is said to be _____

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


depolarized

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The term __________ is used for chains more than fifty amino acids long, while the term peptide is reserved for shorter chains

Fill in the blank with the correct word.

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Which of these cellular agents does not participate in inflammation?

A. Eosinophils B. Neutrophils C. Endothelial cells D. Macrophage E. Cytotoxic T cells

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Tom is in respiratory arrest due to an electrical shock. Why does a good samaritan have up to 4 or 5 minutes to begin CPR and save Tom's life?

A. There is a venous reserve of oxygen in Tom's blood. B. There is reserve oxygen in Tom's lungs. C. The Haldane effect lasts up to 5 minutes. D. The ambient PO2 can support life that long. E. Tom's hypoxic drive will keep him alive for up to 5 minutes.

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In females, the primary genitalia are the ________.

A. oviducts B. labia C. ovaries D. testes

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