If the Axon Terminal of a Motor Neuron Suddenly Became

question 159

Multiple Choice

If the axon terminal of a motor neuron suddenly became permeable to calcium ions,

• A)the neuron will fire an action potential.
• B)the motor end plate will be depolarized.
• C)the motor end plate will be hyperpolarized.
• D)neurotransmitter release will be blocked.
• E)the neuron will become unable to stimulate the muscle cell.

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