20 Questions
Which type of postsynaptic potential causes an upward deflection of potential towards the threshold?
EPSP
What ion moves from outside the cell to the inside during EPSP in the postsynaptic membrane?
Na+
What ion moves from inside to the outside of the cell during IPSP in the postsynaptic membrane?
K+
Which of the following is true about the generation of postsynaptic membrane potential?
It is graded
What is the function of dendrites and the cell body in generating graded potential?
Generate graded potential
Which of the following is a characteristic of muscle tissue?
It receives innervation from the brain
Which of the following is a major function of skeletal muscle?
Generation of movement
What connects skeletal muscles to bones?
Tendons
What happens to the length of a muscle cell during most types of contraction?
It decreases
What is the function of shivering action in skeletal muscles?
To produce heat
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of muscle tissue?
It can change its resting membrane potential value
What is the function of muscle fascicles in skeletal muscles?
To contain muscle cells/fibers
What is the major function of skeletal muscles?
Heat production
What happens to the length of a muscle cell during most types of contraction?
It decreases
What can happen if muscles connecting joints get teared?
Dislocation of the joints
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of muscle tissue?
It does not receive innervation
What is the function of muscle fascicles in skeletal muscles?
To stabilize joints
What can happen if muscles connecting joints get teared?
There will be dislocation of the joints
What is the major function of skeletal muscles?
Movements
What happens to the length of a muscle cell during most types of contraction?
It decreases
Test your knowledge on postsynaptic membrane potential and synaptic transmission with this quiz. Learn about the two types of postsynaptic potentials (EPSP and IPSP) and the movement of ions in the postsynaptic membrane.
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