Match the Term with the Correct Definition

question 147

Multiple Choice

Match the term with the correct definition.
-depolarization

• A)a small change in the resting membrane potential confined to a small area
• B)a charge difference across the plasma membrane when the cell is in an unstimulated state
• C)a larger change in resting membrane potential that spreads over entire surface of a cell
• D)membrane becomes more positive when sodium ions diffuse into cell
• E)return to the resting membrane potential

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Definitions:

Retina

The light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye, responsible for converting light into neural signals for vision.

Visual Field

The entire area that can be seen when the eye is directed forward, including both central and peripheral vision.

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity of a stimulus required for it to be detected by the senses at least 50% of the time.

Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in intensity or quantity required for a person to detect a change between two stimuli.