5 Questions
What is the functional unit of the nervous system?
Neuron
What is the measure of resting membrane potential (RMP) in neurons?
-70 mV
What is the main cause of negativity at rest in the resting membrane potential (RMP)?
Greater permeability to K+ than Na+ due to K+ weak channels
What is the difference in voltage of electrical charge between inside and outside the cell membrane called?
Membrane potential
What are the three parts that a neuron consists of?
Axon, Cell body, Dendrites
Test your knowledge of the physiological properties of nerves and muscles with this quiz. Explore the structure of neurons and their electrical properties, and review key concepts in nerve physiology.
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