When Neurons Are Continuously Firing, They Need a Constant Supply

question 48

Multiple Choice

When neurons are continuously firing, they need a constant supply of glucose and oxygen to continue operating. This is achieved via _____, which signal blood vessels to expand and increase blood flow.

• A)Schwann cells
• B)ependymal cells
• C)astrocytes
• D)microglia

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Definitions:

Cross-elasticity of Demand

A measure of how the quantity demanded of one good responds to a change in the price of another good, indicating substitutes or complements.

Normal Goods

Items for which demand increases as consumer income rises, showing a positive correlation between income and demand.

Law of Supply

A fundamental principle stating that, all else being equal, an increase in the price of a good will result in an increase in the quantity supplied.

Price-elasticity of Supply Coefficient

A numerical measure of how much the quantity supplied of a good responds to a change in its price.