A Given Photon of Light May Trigger an Action Potential

question 36

Multiple Choice

A given photon of light may trigger an action potential with thousands of times more energy. How is this signal strength magnified?

• A)by the receptor
• B)by a G protein
• C)by an enzymatic reaction
• D)by sensory adaptation
• E)by triggering several receptors at once

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Definitions:

ROPES

Acronym for the PR process, standing for research, objectives, programming, evaluation, and stewardship.

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method where the researcher immerses themselves in a community or group to observe behaviors and interactions from within.

Objective Observations

Objective observations refer to the unbiased and impartial recording or reporting of facts without influence from personal feelings or opinions.

Focus Group

Research method that involves a collective depth interview.