In Aplysia, the Role of the Facilitory Interneuron Is to

question 29

Multiple Choice

In Aplysia, the role of the facilitory interneuron is to

• A)increase sensitivity of the motor neuron.
• B)increase the release of neurotransmitter from the sensory neuron.
• C)decrease the sensitivity of the motor neuron.
• D)decrease the release of neurotransmitter from the motor neuron.

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Definitions:

Mafic Crystals

Minerals rich in magnesium and iron that crystallize from basaltic magmas, typically dark in color.

Pegmatite

An igneous rock with extremely large crystals, formed by the slow cooling of magma, often containing rare minerals.

Texture

The general physical appearance or character of a rock, especially the size, shape, and arrangement of minerals and other materials.

Viscosity

A measure of a material’s resistance to flow.