Match the Term with the Correct Definition

question 137

Multiple Choice

Match the term with the correct definition.
-Resting Membrane Potential

• 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:

Facial Nerve

The seventh cranial nerve responsible for controlling muscles of facial expression and transmitting taste sensations from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue.

Olfaction

The sense of smell, a chemical sensing system that detects odors or chemical substances in the environment.

Optic Nerve

Nerve carrying visual signals from the eye to the optic chiasm.

Palpebrae

The medical term for eyelids, which protect and moisturize the eyes.