Hyperpolarization Makes the Inside of a Cell More Positive and More

question 59

True/False

Hyperpolarization makes the inside of a cell more positive and more likely to generate an action potential.

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Definitions:

Acquired Genetic Mutations

Genetic changes that occur in an individual after birth due to environmental factors, errors in DNA replication, or repair mechanisms, rather than inheriting them from parents.

Inherited Mutations

Genetic changes that are passed from parents to offspring, which can result in genetic disorders or variations in physical traits.

Cell Membrane

The semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell, which regulates entry and exit of substances.