The potential difference is caused by a difference in concentration of charged particles on either side of the cell membrane.

a. true
b. false


a. true

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Which statement is not accurate about the absolute refractory period?

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There is a small "bump" or swelling with a hole in it in the medial canthus. This structure is called a lacrimal caruncle. Where would we find another caruncle?

a. on the soft palate b. under the tongue c. in the nasal cavity d. in the duodenum

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Which tissue contains a calcified ground substance and is specialized for structural support?

a. muscle tissue b. dense regular connective tissue c. areolar connective tissue d. bone connective tissue

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