Neuron Communication and Action Potentials
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Neuron Communication and Action Potentials

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Initiation of the action potential usually occurs ______ of the neuron.

  • on the dendrites
  • at the axon initial segment (correct)
  • in the cell body
  • on the axon
  • Which statement about an animal's nervous system is true?

  • Neurons form highly discrete lines of communication. (correct)
  • Signal transmission rate is relatively slow.
  • Action potential signals degrade over distance.
  • Neurotransmitter is released throughout the body via the blood.
  • For a hormone to elicit a specific response from a cell, the cell must possess

  • a cell body.
  • dendrites specific to the hormone.
  • receptor proteins specific to the hormone. (correct)
  • a synapse.
  • Which statement about the startle response of the cockroach is true?

    <p>Vibrations of hairs generate nerve impulses in sensory neurons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Multiple Choice Questions

    • Question 1: Action potential initiation occurs at the axon initial segment of a neuron.
    • Question 2: Neurons establish discrete communication lines within the nervous system.
    • Question 3: Receptor proteins specific to a hormone are required for a hormone to trigger a specific cellular response.
    • Question 4: Physical stimulus (vibrations of hairs) triggers nerve impulses in sensory neurons for the cockroach startle response.

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    Test your knowledge on the fundamental concepts of neuron communication, action potential initiation, and the role of receptor proteins. This quiz includes multiple-choice questions that will assess your understanding of the nervous system's functioning. Perfect for biology students covering neurobiology topics.

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