Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Most of the cells in your brain are neurons.
2. The Nernst Equation is: E = 60 mV log10 ([Xextracellular/Xintracellular]). Given this, the equilibrium potential for a given ion would be increased with an increase in its intracellular concentration.
3. The Nernst Equation is: E = 60 mV log10 ([Xextracellular/Xintracellular]). Given this, the equilibrium potential for a given ion would be increased with an increase in its extracellular concentration.
4. Action potentials are typically also graded potentials.


1. FALSE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE

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

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by

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