An Attenuated Vaccine Consists of

question 37

Multiple Choice

An attenuated vaccine consists of

• A)killed microorganisms.
• B)live microorganisms.
• C)inactivated toxins.
• D)parts of microorganisms.
• E)any of the above.

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Definitions:

Repolarization

The process of returning membrane potential to its resting level.

Equilibrium Potential

This term refers to the electrical potential difference that precisely balances an ionic concentration gradient across a membrane, resulting in no net ion flow.

Hyperpolarization

An increase in a cell's membrane potential, making it more negative inside compared to the outside and further from the threshold that causes action potentials.

Absolute Refractory Period

A period immediately following the stimulation during which a nerve or muscle is unresponsive to further stimulation.