Figure 12-2 the Nerve Action Potential

question 94

Multiple Choice

Figure 12-2 The Nerve Action Potential

Use Figure 12-2 to answer the following questions:
-Which area of the graph shows when membrane potential approaches the potassium equilibrium potential?

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4

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Definitions:

Acid-Base Reaction

A chemical reaction that involves the transfer of a proton (H+) from an acid to a base, resulting in the formation of a conjugate base and a conjugate acid.

Equilibrium

The state in which the concentrations of reactants and products in a reversible chemical reaction are unchanged over time, indicating a balance in the rate of forward and reverse reactions.

Synthetic Route

The planned sequence of chemical reactions used to convert starting materials into desired products in the laboratory or industry.

Reagents

Chemical substances that are employed to bring about a chemical reaction in a provided set of reactants.