Researchers Injected Bark Scorpion Venom in Mouse Neurons (Both a Common

question 34

Multiple Choice

Researchers injected bark scorpion venom in mouse neurons (both a common house mouse and the southern grasshopper mouse) and measured how many action potentials were generated after the venom was introduced.Their data are shown below. Based on these data,what effect do you think the venom is having on the grasshopper mouse?

• A)The venom is blocking voltage-gated sodium channels.
• B)The venom is blocking voltage-gated potassium channels.
• C)The venom is opening voltage-gated sodium channels.
• D)The venom is opening voltage-gated potassium channels.

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