Which of the Following Is Not True of a Receptor

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true of a receptor potential?

• A) It follows the all-or-none law.
• B) It is a graded response.
• C) It occurs when an adequate stimulus acts on a receptor.
• D) It can stimulate an action potential in the axon of a sensory neuron.

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Definitions:

Plasma Membrane

The lipid bilayer membrane that surrounds a cell, controlling the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Carbohydrates

Biomolecules consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms, which are major sources of energy in the diet and are found in foods like grains, fruits, and vegetables.

Aerobic Respiration

A cellular process in which oxygen is used to metabolize glucose, producing ATP, the primary energy currency in cells, along with carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.

Anaerobic Respiration

The process of generating energy in cells without oxygen, typically producing lactic acid or ethanol.