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What occurs during an action potential in terms of membrane polarity?
What occurs during an action potential in terms of membrane polarity?
How many reversals of polarity are involved in an action potential?
How many reversals of polarity are involved in an action potential?
Which of the following ions is primarily involved in the depolarization of a membrane during an action potential?
Which of the following ions is primarily involved in the depolarization of a membrane during an action potential?
What is the effect of hyperpolarization on a membrane potential?
What is the effect of hyperpolarization on a membrane potential?
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Which statement about membrane potential is true?
Which statement about membrane potential is true?
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Study Notes
Action Potential Overview
- Action potential is a rapid change in membrane polarity
- Inside of the membrane becomes positive, outside becomes negative
- Two polarity reversals are characteristic of the process
- Ions are crucial for membrane depolarization and hyperpolarization
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This quiz covers the fundamental concept of action potentials, detailing the rapid change in membrane polarity that occurs during this process. It highlights the importance of ions in depolarization and hyperpolarization, as well as the characteristic polarity reversals involved. Test your understanding of these key aspects of membrane dynamics.
