A Neuron Can Become Hyperpolarized If It Receives

question 39

Multiple Choice

A neuron can become hyperpolarized if it receives

• A)an excitatory postsynaptic potential (EPSP).
• B)a long-term potentiation.
• C)too few neurotransmitters binding to receptor sites.
• D)an inhibitory postsynaptic potential (IPSP).

Grasp the stages and effects of demographic transition.

Comprehend the factors influencing population growth and its implications on resources.

Recognize how changes in population affect economic indicators and resource consumption.

Identify the total fertility rate and its importance in population stability.

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