Suppose Both Excitatory and Inhibitory Neurons Synapse with a Single

question 114

Multiple Choice

Suppose both excitatory and inhibitory neurons synapse with a single postsynaptic neuron. What determines if an action potential is initiated in the postsynaptic neuron?

• A) The kind of neuron involved
• B) The size of the neuron involved
• C) Whether the neuron is myelinated or non-myelinated
• D) The number of EPSPs in relation to the number of IPSPs
• E) This situation is not possible in humans.

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Definitions:

Epidermis

The outermost layer of skin, serving as a protective barrier against environmental threats and regulating water loss from the body.

Dermis

The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis that forms the true skin, housing sweat glands, hair follicles, and blood vessels.

Epidermis

The outer layer of cells covering an organism, particularly the surface epithelium of the skin of animals.

Stratum

A layer or level within a hierarchical structure, such as the layers of the skin or atmosphere.