__________ Are Frequent and Violent Fluctuations in the Death Rate

question 12

Multiple Choice

__________ are frequent and violent fluctuations in the death rate caused by war, famine, and epidemics.

• A)Mortality crises
• B)Life expectancy crises
• C)Crude death rates
• D)Tragedies

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Definitions:

Excitatory Response

A reaction in neural tissue that increases the likelihood of a neuron firing an action potential, typically facilitated by neurotransmitters.

Voltage Shift

A change in the electrical potential difference between two points, which can affect the flow of electricity in a circuit.

Excitatory Effect

A response in which a neurotransmitter increases the likelihood that a neuron will fire an action potential.

Receiving Neuron

A neuron that receives signals from other neurons through its dendrites.