The Nervous System Communicates the Difference Between a Strong and Weak

question 206

Multiple Choice

The nervous system communicates the difference between a strong and weak stimulus by:

• A)varying the action potential of the neuron.
• B)varying the firing rate of the neuron.
• C)varying the graded potential of the neuron.
• D)varying the depolarization of neuron.

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Definitions:

Heterozygous

A genetic condition where an individual has two different alleles of a gene, one from each parent.

Differing Alleles

Describes the variation in alleles (versions of a gene) among individuals, which can result in differences in physical appearance, susceptibility to diseases, and other traits.

Double Helix

The structure of DNA consisting of two strands that wind around each other like a twisted ladder, discovered by Watson and Crick.

Motility

The ability of an organism or fluid to move spontaneously and actively, consuming energy in the process.