Cellular Electrical Signals Quiz

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How do positive charges typically move through cells?

Via gap junctions from cell to cell

What is the primary mechanism for the movement of positive charges between cells?

Gap junctions

Which structure facilitates the movement of positive charges from one cell to another?

Gap junctions

What is the role of gap junctions in the propagation of electrical signals in cells?

<p>Allowing direct passage of positive charges between cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial charge state of a resting cell?

<p>Slightly negative</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a cell is stimulated, what kind of charge flow is created?

<p>Flow of positive charges towards the stimulus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of deflection should be observed on an EKG machine when positive charges move towards a positive electrode?

<p>Upward deflection</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do positive charges typically move through cells?

<p>Via gap junctions from cell to cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of charge flow is created when a cell is stimulated?

<p>Flow of positive charges</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen on an EKG machine when positive charges move towards a positive electrode?

<p>Upward deflection</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do positive charges move through cells?

<p>Via ion channels</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial state of a resting cell in terms of charge?

<p>Slightly negative</p> Signup and view all the answers

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