What Will Be Caused in the Postsynaptic Membrane by the Binding

question 89

Multiple Choice

What will be caused in the postsynaptic membrane by the binding of a neurotransmitter to ligand-gated K⁺ channels?

• A)apolarization
• B)depolarization
• C)repolarization
• D)hyperpolarization

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Definitions:

Memory

The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information.

Canalization

The tendency of growth rates to return to normal after undergoing environmentally induced change.

Genetically Predetermined

Describes traits or characteristics that are set by an organism's genetic makeup before birth.

Environmental Influences

Refers to the various physical, social, and cultural factors that shape an individual's development and behavior, such as climate, pollution, and societal norms.