List and Briefly Describe the Major Components of the ISSP

question 43

Essay

List and briefly describe the major components of the ISSP.

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Definitions:

Inhibitory Postsynaptic Potential

A kind of synaptic potential that makes a postsynaptic neuron less likely to generate an action potential.

Potassium Ions

Charged particles of potassium that play crucial roles in physiological processes, including nerve transmission and muscle contraction.

Action Potential

A rapid electrical signal that travels along the neuron's axon, facilitating communication between neurons.

Speed

The rate at which an object covers distance, commonly measured as distance traveled per unit of time.