If a Hyperpolarizing Graded Potential and a Depolarizing Graded Potential

question 220

Multiple Choice

If a hyperpolarizing graded potential and a depolarizing graded potential of similar magnitudes arrive at the trigger zone at the same time, what is most likely to occur?

• A) An action potential is fired off more quickly than usual.
• B) Nothing. They will cancel each other out.
• C) The cell becomes hyperpolarized.
• D) The cell becomes easier to excite.
• E) The cell dies.

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Definitions:

IUPAC Name

The systematic naming of chemical compounds as recommended by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

Alkene

Organic compounds featuring one or more double bonds between carbon atoms, participating in diverse organic processes.

E Or Z Label

The E or Z label is used in chemistry to describe the configuration of substituents around double bonds, where E signifies trans arrangements and Z signifies cis arrangements.

Alkene

Hydrocarbons that contain at least one double bond between carbon atoms, part of the unsaturated hydrocarbons class.