Question 1
In a resting neuron, the inside of the membrane is negatively charged relative to the outside. What is the approximate value of this resting membrane potential?
Correct Answer:
-70 mV
Question 2
During the depolarization phase of an action potential, which ion movement is primarily responsible for the change in membrane potential?
Correct Answer:
Sodium (Na+) moving into the neuron
Question 3
The sodium-potassium pump in a neuron uses ATP to actively transport ions against their concentration gradients. For each cycle, how many ions are moved?
Correct Answer:
3 Na+ out and 2 K+ in
Question 4
A neurotransmitter released into the synaptic cleft binds to receptors on the postsynaptic membrane. Which neurotransmitter is broken down by acetylcholinesterase at the neuromuscular junction?
Correct Answer:
Acetylcholine
Question 5
Which part of the human brain is responsible for coordinating voluntary movement, balance, and muscle coordination?
Correct Answer:
Cerebellum
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