Biomedical Physics Quiz
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What is the function of the sodium-potassium pump in the neuron?

  • Generating action potentials
  • Regulating synaptic plasticity
  • Facilitating neurotransmitter release
  • Maintaining the resting membrane potential (correct)

    • What is the composition of the neuronal cell membrane?

  • Double layer of phospholipids with integrated proteins (correct)
  • Bilayer of cholesterol with extrinsic proteins
  • Single layer of phospholipids with peripheral proteins
  • Triple layer of cholesterol with embedded carbohydrates

    • What is the role of cytoplasmic vesicles in neurons?

  • Cellular respiration
  • Synaptic transmission
  • Neuronal signaling
  • Intracellular transport (correct)

    • What is the estimated energy expenditure of the brain attributed to the sodium-potassium pump?

    <p>As much as 70% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of EEG (Electroencephalogram) in detecting neuronal activity?

    <p>Recording electrical signals from the brain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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