A Neuron Can Receive Thousands of EPSPs from Different Neurons,and

question 59

Multiple Choice

A neuron can receive thousands of EPSPs from different neurons,and responds by triggering or not triggering an action potential.This addition and response to the net effect of postsynaptic potentials is called __________.

• A) temporal summation
• B) neural summation
• C) spatial summation
• D) neuronal coding
• E) recruitment

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Definitions:

Platelet Release Reaction

The process by which platelets release chemical compounds to promote blood clotting and attract more platelets to the site of an injury.

ADP

Adenosine diphosphate, a molecule involved in energy transfer within cells, that is converted to ATP during cellular respiration.

Thromboxanes

Lipid compounds that play a role in the blood clotting process by causing platelets to clump and blood vessels to constrict.

Fibrinogen

A soluble plasma glycoprotein that is converted to fibrin by thrombin during blood clot formation.