Make a sketch that shows how the neuron develops and maintains a resting potential. BONUS: What is
the approximate value of this resting potential in a typical neuron? What will be an ideal response?
The factors summarizing the development and maintenance of the resting potential are illustrated in
Fig. 41-4b on textbook p. 866. The resting potential of a typical neuron is about -70
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Mitochondrial electron transport takes place ________.
A. on the outer mitochondrial membrane B. in the fluid matrix of the mitochondria C. on the inner mitochondrial membrane D. on the outer mitochondrial membrane and on the inner mitochondrial membrane
Examine the figure and statements below. Which one of the statements is incorrect?
A. mRNA for caudal and hunchback are evenly distributed in the oocyte, but bicoid and nanos mRNA are located either anteriorly or posteriorly, respectively. B. Bicoid protein promotes the transcription of the hunchback gene in the anterior region of the embryo. C. Nanos protein represses the translation of hunchback mRNA in the posterior region of the embryo. D. Bicoid protein represses the translation of caudal mRNA in the anterior region of the embryo. E. The expression pattern of Caudal and Hunchback proteins is an example of gene regulation at the level of translation.
The characteristics of a given population over time are ________
A. Dynamic B. Static