A&P2 Test 1:BOOK Chapter 12

inneurons, the resting membrane potenital ranges from _____ to _____ mV

-40 to -90

what is threshold for an action potential?

-55mV

what is the typical value for the resting membrane potential of a neuron?

-70mV

axons and dendrites that are associated with the neurolemma may be repaired if...name 3 ways.

-neuron cell body remains intact -schwann cells remain active and form a tube -scar tissue does not form too rapidly(3-5 days)

what 3 ways is a neurotransmitter removed from the synaptic cleft?

1. diffusion 2. enzymatic degradation 3. uptake by cells (neurons, neuroglia)

the production of graded potentials and action potentials depends on two basic features. Name them.

1. existence of resting membrane potential 2. presence of specific types of ion channels

name the 3 types of neurons

1. sensory neurons 2. motor neurons 3. associative neurons

Name the 3 major factors in which resting membrane potentials arise.

1. unequal distribution of ions in the EFC and cytosol 2. inability of most anions to leave the cell 3. electrogenic nature of the Na+/K+ ATPases-membrane permeability to NA+ is very low because there are only a few sodium leak channels.

name the 4 types of ion channels

1. voltage gated channels 2.leak channels 3. ligand-gated channels 4. mechanically gated channels

release of the neurotransmitter from a synaptic end bulb is dependent on the opening of ________________gated channels in the presynaptic neuron. 1. voltage-gated calcium ions 2. chemical gated sodium channels 3. potassium leakage channels 4. chemical gated potassium channels

1. voltage-gated calcium ions

there are _______pairs of cranial nerves,and _______pairs of spinal nerves

12, 31

The type of neuoglia cell which is responsible for myelinization in the central nervous system is the.... 1. ependymal cell 2. oligondendrocyte 3. astrocyte 4. microglial cell

2. oligondendrocyte

The following statements regarding action potentials are true.... 1. chemical-gated NA channels opening causes depolarization 2. refractory period is the time when the neuron cannot generate another action potential 3. threshold level is the same as refractory period 4. all of the above

2. refractory period is the time when the neuron cannot generate another action potential

what are neuropeptides composed of?

3-40 amino acids

factors which increase the speed of propgation of the action potential include... 1. larger diameter of axon 2. myelination 3. increased level of neurotransmitters 4. 1,2 are correct 5. 1,2,3 are correct

4. 1,2 are correct

differences between graded potentials and action potentials include all of the following EXCEPT..... 1, AP is all-or-none, GP is not 2. GP can lead to AP 3. GP tends to be localized 4. there may be hyperpolarization or depolarizing AP

4. there may be hyperpolarization or depolarizing AP

the nervous system..... 1. works with the endocrine system to maintain homeostasis 2. communicated with the body via action potentials 3. is responsible for thoughts and behaviors 4. initiates voluntary movements 5. all above are correct

5. all above are correct

during an action potential, voltage gated ______ and _______channels open and close in sequence.

Na+ K+

what are the two types of postsynaptic potentials?

EPSP-excitatory IPSP-inhibitory

a metabotropic receptor is coupled to a seperate ion channel by a type of membrane protein called a _________.

G protein

31. What factors limit neurogensis?

Ans: Inhibitory influences from neuroglia, mainly from oligodendrites and the absence of growth stimulating cues present during fetal development. Level: medium Link: 12.8

33. Describe the three ways neurotransmitters can be removed.

Ans: Neurotransmitters can be removed by diffusion, enzymatic degradation or uptake by cells. Level: easy Link: 12.6

34. Describe the two conditions that allow maintenance of the resting membrane potential in excitable cells.

Ans: Unequal distribution of ions across the plasma membrane and the relative permeability of the plasma membrane to Na+ and K+ help maintain the resting membrane potential. Level: easy Link: 12.4

most signals that stimulate muscles to contract and glands to secrete originate in the _________nervous system

CNS

what part of the nervous system deals with incoming sensory information and is the source of thoughts, emotions, and memories.

CNS

Why does the resting membrane exist?

a small buildup of negative ions in the cytosol along the inside of the membrnae and an equal buildup of positive ions in the extracellular fluid along the surface of the membrane.

Refer to image 2 43. Which of the neurons is called a Meissner corpuscle or a corpuscle of touch? a. A b. B c. C d. D e. Both A and D

a. A

Refer to image 3 44. This type of cell myelinates a single axon a. A b. B c. C d. D e. E

a. A

Refer to image 4 49. Which of these types of channels is involved in leaking sodium and potassium ions across the membrane in order to establish the resting potential of a cell? a. A b. B c. C d. D

a. A

Refer to image 4 50. This type of channel opens randomly. a. A b. B c. C d. D e. All of the above

a. A

19. Which axons have the largest diameter? a. A fibers b. B fibers c. C fibers d. None of the above

a. A fibers

Refer to image 1 39. In the diagram, where is the axon collateral? a. C b. D c. F d. H e. I

a. C

29. This neural circuit consists of a single presynaptic neuron synapsing with several postsynaptic neurons. a. Diverging circuit b. Converging circuit c. Reverberating circuit d. Parallel after-discharge circuit e. Normal circuit

a. Diverging circuit

13. Na+/K+-ATPases are considered to be electrogenic pumps because a. They contribute to the negativity of the resting membrane potential b. Because the sodium ions a re negatively charged c. Because they exhibit low permeability d. Both a and b e. All of the above

a. They contribute to the negativity of the resting membrane potential

when another impulse can not be generated is considered ________. when another impulse can be generated, but only by a larger then normal stimulus is _________.

absolute RP relative RP

name the 6 types of small-molecule neurotransmitters

acetycholine amino acids biogenic amines ATP and other purines nitric oxide carbon dioxide

__________neurotransmtter is released by many PNS neurons and by some CNS neurons

acetylcholine

a _______or nerve impulse is an electrical signal that propagates along the surface of the membrane of a neuron

action potential

each voltage gated Na+ channel has two separate gates, ___________and _____________. In the resting state of a voltage gated Na+ channel, the inactivation gate is ________, and the activation gate is ________.

activation gate inactivation gate open closed

the __________phase occurs when the voltage gated k+ channels remain open after the repolarizing phase

after-hyperpolarizing

describe the all or none principle for an action potential.

an action potential either occurs or it doesnt. ex:dominoes all fall or they dont

a single axon of a neuron propagates nerve impusles toward _________,_______, or_________.

another neuron muscle fiber gland cell

____________cells are the largest and most numberous neuroglia cells.

astrocytes

__________neuroglia cells deal with the blood brain barrier

astrocytes

______means from axon to dendrite. ________means from axon to cell body. _______means from axon to axon

axodendritic axosomatic axoaxonioc

in most neurons, nerve impusles arise at the _______and the _______, an area called the trigger zone.

axon hillock, and initial segment

5. A site of protein synthesis in a neuron: a. Mitochondria b. Nucleus c. Nissl body d. Dendrite e. Axon

c. Nissl body

17. During which period can a second action potential be initiated by a larger than normal stimulus? a. Refractory period b. Absolute refractory period c. Relative refractory period d. All of the above e. None of the above

c. Relative refractory period

during the first part of the refractory period, another impulse can/can not be generated?

cannot

name the 3 parts of a neuron

cell body axon dendtrites

What are the two main subdivisions of the nervous system?

central and peripheral

The postsynatic neuron recieves a ________signal and in turn generates a ___________signal (postsynaptic potential)

chemical electrical

according to the all or none principle, if a stimulus is strong enough to generate an action potential, the impulse generated is a ______size.

constant

________conduction requires step by step depolarization and repolarization of each adjacent segment in the plasma membrane

continuous conduction

16. During the resting state of a voltage-gated Na+ channel a. The inactivation gate is open b. The activation gate is closed c. The channel is permeable to Na+ d. Both a and b e. All of the above

d. Both a and b

6. Nerve fiber refers to: a. Axon b. Dendrites c. Nissl body d. Both a and b e. All of the above

d. Both a and b

Refer to image 2 42. Which of the neurons is the type used in detecting painful stimuli? a. A b. B c. C d. D e. Both B and C

d. D

what determines the amplitude of a graded potential?

depends on how many ligand gated channels have opened (or closed) and how long each remains open.

the _____nervous system is considered the brain of the gut, mainly in the GI tract

enteric

________neuroglia cells produce CSF

ependymal

True/Fasle A stronger stimulous generates a larger action potential?

false

____________axonal transport moves materials in both directins-away and toward the cell body.

fast

_______are small masses of nervous tissue, consisting primarily of neuron cell bodies that are located outside the brain and spinal cord

ganglia

_________potentials are used for short distance, while __________potentials are long distance.

graded potentials action potentials

__________mater contains neuronla cells bodies, dendrites, unmyelinated axons, axon terminals, and neuroglia.

gray

neurotransmitter receptors are classified as either _____________receptors or ___________receptors based on whether the the neurotransmitter beinding site and the ion channel are components of the same proteins or are components of different proteins.

ionotropic metabotropic

__________ are gated channels that randomly open and close

leak channels

an ionotropic receptor is a type of __________gated channel

ligand

what does depolarizing mean?

makeing the membrane less polarized (inside less negative)

what does hyperpolarizing mean?

making the membrane more polarized (inside more negative)

_______neuroglia cells function as phagocytes

microglia

most association neurons are ________in structure

multipolar

motor neurons are _____in structure

multipolar

________neruons usually have several dendrites and one axon. Most neurons in the brain and spinal cord are this type.

multipolar neurons

a __________ is a bundle of hundreds to thousands of axons plus associated CT and blood vessels that lies outside the brain and spinal cord

nerve

________can multiply and divide in the mature nervous system

neuroglia

the _________ is the functional unit of the nervous system

neuron

neurons make up 50% mass of nervous system and ______ make up 50% of mass of nervous system but are smaller in size then.

neurons neuroglia

what two cells are there in the nervous system?

neurons and neuroglia cells

a wide variety of chamical ligands such as ______,________, and__________ can open or closeligand-gated channels.

neurotransmitter hormones particular ions

________ are the location of protein synthesis in a neuron

nissl bodies

name 4 important biogenic amino acids

norepinepherine epinephrine dopamine serotonin

______________neuroglia cells are responsible for maintaining myelin sheath around CNS axons.

oligodendrocytes

at most chemical synapses only _________information transfer can occur.-from a presynaptic neuron to a potsynaptic neuron or a effector, such as a muscle fiber or gland cell.

one way

Action potentials move in only one/multiple directions

only one-from presynaptic neuron to postsynaptic neuron

during the depolarizing phase, voltage gated Na+ channels ______rapidly. The inflow of Na+ changes membrane potential from -55mV to _______

open +30mV

the ________nervous system consists of all tissue outside the CNS

peripheral

throught your life, your nervous system exhibits _________, the capability to change based on experience

plasticity

a cell that exibits a resting membrane potential is said to be ___________.

polarized

typically, plasma membranes have many more ________leak channels then _________leak channels.

potassium ion sodium ion

_____________is the cell that receives a signal

psotsynaptic cell

describe the 7 steps of a typical chemical synapse

refer to book page 474

the period of time after an action potential begins during which an excitable cell cannot generate another action potential in response to a normal threshold stimulus is called the _________.

refractory period

the _______is the period of time during which a second action potential can be initiated, but only by a larger then normal stimulus.

relative refractory period

________cells begin to form myelin sheaths around axons during fetal development

schwann

nae the two categories of neurotransmitters

small-molecule neurotransmitters neuropeptides

What three categories is the PNS divided into?

somatic nervous system(SNS) and autonomic nervous system(ANS) and enteric nervous system(ENS)

_____________summation of effects of neurotransmitters released from several end bulbs onto one neuron

spatial

name the 2 types of summation

spatial and temporal

a ___________stimulus does not cause an action potential because it does not bring the membrane to threshold.

subthreshold

_________is the process by which graded potentials add together

summation

The motor part of the ANS consists of what two branches?

sympathetic division parasympathetic division

in a chemical synapse plasma membranes are separated by the ____________

synaptic cleft

an ionotropic receptor when a neurotransmitter binding site and the ion channel are components of the same/different protein.

the same

how does local anesthetics work?

they block the voltage gated Na+ channels, and action potentials can not propagate so pain does not reach the CNS

an action potential will occur in response to a __________

threshold stimulus

most sensory neurons are _______in structure

unipolar

Axons can be classified into 3 major groups based on amount of myelination, their diameters, and their propagation speeds. Name them.

1. A fibers-largert diameter, myelinated, somatic sensory & motor to skeletal muscle 2. B fibers-medium diamtere, myelinated, visceral sensory autonomic preganglinic 3. C fibers-smallest diamter-unmyeliated, sensory & autonomic motor

name 3 factors that affect propagation

1. amount of myelination-more myelin the faster it is 2. axon diamter-larger diameter are faster due to their large surfaces 3. temperature-faster when warmer, slower when cool

name the 4 neuroglia cells found in the CNS

1. astrocytes 2. oligodendrocytes 3. microglia 4. epemdymal

which of the following are NOT part of the spinal reflex arc? 1. cerebellum 2. sensory neuron 3. integrating center 4. motor neuron 5. effector

1. cerebellum

the __________nervous system may repair itself, while the __________nervous system has little to no repair.

PNS CNS

the ENS is voluntary/involunatry?

involunatry

synaptic end bulbs contain many tiny membrane enclose sacs called __________ that store a chemical called _______

synaptic vesicles neurotransmitter

Refer to image 2 41. Which of the neurons is a touch receptor known as a Merkel disc? a. A b. B c. C d. D

b. B

Refer to image 3 46. In the diagram where are the Nodes of Ranvier? a. A b. B c. C d. D e. E

b. B

Refer to image 4 48. Which of the following represents a ligand-gated channel? a. A b. B c. C d. D

b. B

Refer to image 4 51. In the figure which one represents a converging circuit? a. A b. B c. C d. D

b. B

7. This type of neuron has one main dendrite and one main axon. a. Multipolar neuron b. Bipolar neuron c. Unipolar neuron d. Purkinje cell e. Renshaw cell

b. Bipolar neuron

8. Myelin sheaths around axons are initially formed by Schwann's cells a. When neurons are injured b. During fetal development c. After birth d. Only in response to a disorder e. During the early onset of Alzheimer's disease

b. During fetal development

22. Faster communication and synchronization are two advantages of a. Chemical synapses b. Electrical synapses c. Ligand gated channels d. Voltage gated channels e. Mechanically gated channels

b. Electrical synapses

14. A depolarizing graded potential a. Makes the membrane more polarized b. Makes the membrane less polarized c. Is not considered a graded potential d. Is the last part of an action potential e. Is seen when the cell approaches threshold

b. Makes the membrane less polarized

______neurons have one main dendrite and one axon. They are found in the retna of the eye, the ear, and olfactory area of the brain

bipolar neurons

11. The resting membrane potential in neurons ranges from: a. +5 to 100 mV b. -25 to -70 mV c. -40 to -90 mV d. -90 to 5 mV e. None of the above

c. -40 to -90 mV

4. This has the property of electrical excitability. a. Muscle cells b. Neurons c. All of the above d. None of the above

c. All of the above

26. When the summed total of postsynaptic potentials rises above threshold, creation of action potentials occurs: a. In the synaptic cleft b. In the dendrites c. At the trigger zone d. In the neuron nucleus e. In the neuroplasm

c. At the trigger zone

Refer to image 1 38. This part of a neuron contains cytoplasm and a myelin sheath wrapped around neurolemma. a. C b. D c. E d. F e. G Ans: C Level: medium Link: 12.2

c. E

20. What phenomenon explains why a light touch feels different than a touch applied with more pressure? a. Saltatory conduction b. Continuous conduction c. Frequency of impulses d. Propagation e. Refractory period

c. Frequency of impulses

Refer to image 1 40. In the diagram where are axon terminals? a. F b. G c. H d. I e. None of the above

c. H

24. IPSP stands for: a. Inhbitory presynaptic summation potential b. Inhibitory postsynaptic summation potential c. Inhibitory postsynaptic potential d. Inhibitory presynaptic potential e. None of the above

c. Inhibitory postsynaptic potential

the __________nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord

central nervous system

after neurotransmitter diffuses and binds to the receptors in the plasma membrane of the postsynaptic neurons, the postsynaptic neuron recieves an electrical/chemical signal and turns it into a ________________, a type of graded potential.

chemical postsynaptic potential

what type of synapse are the plasma membranes of a presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons?

chemical and electrical synapse

the presynaptic neuron converts a ____________signal(nerve impulse) into a ________signal (relaesed neurotransmitter)

electrical chemical

at _________synapse, AP conduct directly between plasma membranes of adjacent neurons through structures called __________.

electrical synapse gap junction

What is the purpose of the myelin sheath?

electrically insulates the axon of a neuron and increases speed of nerve impusle conduction.

a neurotransmitter that causes depolarization is excitatory/inhibitory because it brings the membrane closer to threshold

excitatory

a neurotransmitter can either cause a _________or _______graded potential.

excitatory inhibitory

a depolarizing post synaptic potential is called a ________________

excitatory postsynaptic potential (EPSP)

name the two main advantages of electrical synapses.

faster communication and synchronzation

_______is closely associated with cranial and spinal nerves

ganglia

_______are clusters of neuronal cell bodies in the PNS. __________ is a cluster of neuronal cell bodies located in the PNS

gangliaon nucleus

___________ is an amino acid released by nearly all excitatory neurons in the brain-inactivated by glutamate specific transporters

glutamate

Name 4 amino acid neurotransmitters

glutamate aspartate GABA glycine

As you touch a pen, a_________ potential develops in a sensory receptor in the skin and fingers. The graded potential then triggers the axon of the sensory neuron to form a nerve ______potential, which travels along the axon into the ________nervous system and ultimatly causes release of __________ at the ________. The neurotransmitter stimulates the interneuron to form a ________potential in its ______ and _________.

graded action CNS neurotransmitter synapse graded dendrites cell body

a _______________ is a small deviation from the membrane potential that makes the membrane either more polarized or less polarized.

graded potential

what two types of electrical signals do neurons communicate with?

graded potentials and action potentials

a ________ or impulse is a sequence of rapidly occurring events that decrease and reverse the membrane potential and then eventually restore it to the resting state.

action potential

a metabotropic receptor differs from ionotrophic receptors because the neurotransmitter binding site and ion channel are components of the same/different proteins

different

12. A polarized cell a. Has a charge imbalance across its membrane b. Includes most cells of the body c. Exhibits a membrane potential d. Both b and c e. All of the above

e. All of the above

21. Which of the following terms describes synapses? a. Axodendritic b. Axosomatic c. Axoaxonic d. None of the above e. All of the above

e. All of the above

27. A postsynaptic neuron responds to neurotransmitters released by a presynaptic neuron by creating: a. EPSPs b. Nerve impulses c. IPSPs d. Both a and c e. All of the above

e. All of the above

Refer to image 1 36. Which part of the diagram is considered nerve fiber? a. A b. D c. H d. Both a and b e. All of the above

e. All of the above

Refer to image 3 45. This electrically insulates the axon of a neuron to increase the speed of nerve impulse conduction. a. A b. B c. C d. D e. E

e. E

Refer to image 3 47. In the CNS, this is produced by oligodendrocytes. a. A b. B c. C d. D e. E

e. E

10. Which of the following is not a type of channel used in production of electrical signals in neurons? a. Leakage channel b. Voltage-gated channel c. Ligand-gated channel d. Mechanically gated channel e. Ion-gated channel

e. Ion-gated channel

18. Saltatory conduction a. Occurs through unmyelinated axons b. Happens due to even distribution of voltage gated channels c. Encode only action potentials in response to pain d. Both a and b e. None of the above

e. None of the above

The grater the stimulus strength above threshold, the ________the frequency of the action potentials.

greater

the greater the summation of EPSP, the greater/lesser the chance that threshold will be reached.

greater

a neurotransmitter that causes hyperpolarization of the postsynaptic membrane is ___________.

inhibitory

a hyperpolarizing postsynaptic potential is called a________________

inhibitory postsynaptic potential (IPSP)

since each specific neurotransmitters has different binding sites, when a neurotransmitter binds to the correct receptor, a ________opens and a postsynaptic potential forms in the membrane of the _____________.

ion channel postsynaptic cell

a metabotropic receptor is a type of neurotransmitter receptor, but lacks ____________.

ion channels

the neurotransmitter receptors can be acitvated or blocked. An agent that binds to receptors and enhances or mimics the effect of a natural neurotransmitter is called an ________. An agent that binds to block neurotransmitter receptors is called an ___________.

agonist antagonist

graded potentials deal with ________gated channels

ligand or chemically

axon surrpunded by a multilayered ______ and __________covering is called the myelin sheath

lipid and protein

_______is the birth of new neurons from undifferentiated stem cells.

neurogenisis

________do not generate or propogate action potentials

neuroglia

the branch of medical science that deals with the normal functioning and disorders of the nervous system is called ____________.

neurology

________ is in contrast to N20(laughing gas)smooth muscle relaxant

nitric oxide

during repolarizing phase, activation gates of voltage gated Na+ channels _______ and the inactivation gates ______.

open close

what creates the repolarization in an action potential?

open-voltage gated K+ channels allow K+ to flow out which produces the repolarizing phase.

what creates the depolarization in an action potential?

open-voltage gated Na+ channels allow Na+ to rush into the cell which causes depolarization.

what two types of voltage gated channels open and close during an action potential?

open-voltage gated Na+ channels allow Na+ to rush into the cell which causes depolarization. open-voltage gated K+ channels allow K+ to flow out which produces the repolarizing phase.

when the correct neurotransmitter binds to an ionotropic receptor, the ion channel opens/closes and an EPSP or IPSP occurs in the postsynaptic cell.

opens

at a chemical synapse between two neurons, the neuron receiving the signal is the ______________neuron, and the neuron sending the signal is celled the _______neuron

postsynaptic presynaptic

the separation of negative and positive charge during resting membrane potential creates _______energy.

potential

______refers to a nerve cell that carries a nerve impulse toward a synapse. It is the cell that sends signals

presynaptic neuron

_______ is the capability to replicate or repair themselves

regeneration

___________, the special mode of action potential propagation that occurs along myelinated axons, occurs because of the uneven distribution of voltage gated channels.

saltatory conduction

nerve impulse propagation in which impulse "leaps" from one node of Ranvier to the next along a myelinated axon is called ______________.

saltatory conduction

__________conduction is faster then _________ conduction

saltatory conduction continuous conduction

name the two types of propagation

saltatory conduction and continuous conduction

______neuroglia cells surround cell bodies of neurons in the PNS ganglia and regulate intersitial fluid

satellite

______neuroglia cells encircle PNS axons; form myelin sheath.

schwann

name the 2 neuroglia cells found in the PNS

schwann and satellite cells

what two types of neuroglia cells produce myelin sheath?

schwann(PNS) and oligodendrocytes(CNS)

__________neurons convey action potentials from the axon into the CNS through cranial and spinal nerves.

sensory

what are the three main functions of the nervous system?

sensory function integrative function motor function

the somatic nervous system consists of ______that convey info from somatic receptors in the head to the CNS, and_____________that conduct impulses from the CNS to skeletal muscle only

sensory neuorns motor neurons

What are the 3 functional classifications of neurons?

sensory neurons motor neurons interneurons or association neurons

___________axonal transport carries axoplasm in one direction only-from the cell body toward axon terminals.

slow

_________axonal transport supplies new axoplasm to developing or regenerating axons and replenishes axoplasm in growing and mature axons.

slow

The ANS conduct sensory neurons and motor neurons from the CNS to ________,______, and ________.

smooth muscle, cardiac muscle, glands

___________summation is summation of postsynaptic potentials in response to stimuli that occur in at different locations in the membrane of a postsynaptic cell at the same time

spatial summation

how are individual nerves maintained throughout life? name 3 ways.

sprouting new dendrites synthesis of new proteins changes in synaptic contacts with neurons

a __________ is any change in the environment that is strong enough to initiate an action potential.

stimulus

the amplitude of graded potentials vary depending on what?

strength of the stimuli

___________division increases heartrate, fight or flight response while _________division slows down heart rate and rest and digest activities.

sympathetic division parasympathetic division

________is a region where communication occurs between two neurons or between a neuron and an effector cell.

synapse

the site of communication between two neurons, or between a neuron and an effector is called the ____________.

synapse

32. Describe four ways drugs can modify the effects of neurotrasmitters.

Ans: Drugs can modify neurotransmitter effects by stimulating or inhibiting their synthesis, enhancing or blocking their release, activating or blocking their receptor, and stimulating or inhibiting their removal. Level: hard Link: 12.6

35. Briefly describe what causes the depolarizing phase.

Ans: Voltage gated Na+ channels open rapidly then both the electrical and chemical gradients favor the inward movement of Na+. The inward rush of Na+ causes depolarization phase of the action potential. Level: medium Link: 12.4

____________is inhibitory neurotransmitter for 1/3 of all brain synapses (Valium is a GABA agonist—enhancing its inhibitory effect)

GABA

True/False Axons with larger diameters conduct impulses at higher speeds than do axons with smaller diameters.

True

23. If a neurotransmitter depolarizes the postsynaptic membrane it is referred to as: a. Excitatory b. Inhibitory c. Spatial d. Temporal e. Summation

a. Excitatory

Refer to image 1 37. This part of the neuron contains the nucleu and Nissl bodies. a. A b. B c. C d. E e. Both a and b

b. B

_________axonal transport uses proteins that function as motors to move materials along the surfaces of microtubules of the neurons cytoskeleton.

fast

_______neurons are mainly located within the CNS between sensory and motor neurons. they integrate incoming sensory information from sensory neurons and elecit a motor response.

interneuorns or association neurons

the ANS is voluntary/involuntary?

involuntary

__________ cells are able to reproduce, but __________ are not

neuoglia neurons

what two main phases does and action potential have?

repolarizing state depolarizing phase

temporal summationresults from buildup of neurotransmitter released by single/many presynaptic endbulb two or more times in rapid succession.

single

The brain stem consists of the medula, pons and midbrain? True/False?

true

_________have dendrites and one axon that are fused together to form a continuous process that emerges from the cell body.

unipolar neurons

what does graded mean?

varying in amplitude (size)

_____________gated channels participate in the generation and conduction of action potentials 1. thermal 2. mechanical 3. chemical(ligand) 4. voltage

voltage

action potentials deal with _______gated channels

voltage

_______gated channels opens in response to a change in membrane potential (voltage)

voltage gated

____________gated channels are used in chemical synapses

voltage gated Ca+

the SNS is voluntary/involuntary?

voluntary

degeneration of the distal potrion of the axon and myelin sheath is called ____________

wallerian degeneration

_________mater is composed primarily of myelinated axons.

white

Name 7 differences between graded potentials and action potentials

1. GP arise mainly in dendrites and cell body, while AP arise at trigger zone 2. GP use ligand gated ion channels, AP use voltage gated channels for Na+ and K+ 3. GP decremental(not propogated); short distance, while AP propagate and long distance 4. GP depends on strength of stimulus, AP is all or none 5. GP is longer, AP is shorter 6. GP may be hyperpolarizing or depolarizing, AP always consists of depolarizing followed by repolarizing phase and return to resting membrane potential 7. GP has no refractory period and summation can occur, AP has refractory period and summation cannot occur

9. This contains neuronal cell bodies, dendrites, unmyelinated axons, axon terminals and neuroglia. a. Gray matter b. White matter c. Astrocytes d. Satellite cells e. Ependymal cells

a. Gray matter

25. Diffusion, enzymatic degradation, and uptake by cells are all ways to a. Remove a neurotransmitter b. Stop a spatial summation c. Continue a temporal summation d. Inhibit a presynaptic potential e. Excite a presynaptic potential

a. Remove a neurotransmitter

_________neurotransmitter is inactivated by the enzyme acetycholinesterase

acetylcholine

________neurotransmitter is excitatory on NMJ but inhibitory at others

acetylcholine

1. Which of the following is not a function of the nervous system? a. Sensory function b. Integrative function c. Motor function d. All are functions of the nervous system

d. All are functions of the nervous system

2. The peripheral nervous system can be divided into: a. Somatic nervous system b. Autonomic nervous system c. Enteric nervous system d. All of the above

d. All of the above

30. Plasticity means a. The ability to regenerate b. Sending a signal through a converging circuit c. Signal transmission at a synapse d. Capability to change based on experience e. The ability to stretch without damage

d. Capability to change based on experience

28. Which of the following is not considered a small molecule neurotransmitter? a. Acetylcholine b. Biogenic amines c. Purines d. Endorphins e. Serotonin

d. Endorphins

3. The motor portion of the autonomic nervous system can be divided into: a. Somatic and sympathetic divisions b. Somatic and parasympathetic divisions c. Enteric and somatic divisions d. Sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions. e. Voluntary and involuntary divisions.

d. Sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions.

15. When a depolarizing graded potential makes the axon membrane depolarize to threshold a. Ligand-gated Ca+2 channels close rapidly b. Voltage-gated Ca+2 channels open rapidly c. Ligand-gated Na+ channels close rapidly d. Voltage gated Na+ channels open rapidly e. None of the above

d. Voltage gated Na+ channels open rapidly

spatial summation results from the buildup of neurotransmitter released simutaneoulsy by one/many presynaptic end bulbs.

many

________neurons convey action potentials away from the CNS to effectors in the PNS through cranial and spinal nerves.

motor

a _______is a bundle of axons in the PNS. A ______ is a bundle of axons that is located in the CNS.

nerve tract

components of the PNS consist of ___________, ________, ________, and _________.

nerves, ganglia, enteric plexuses, and sensory receptors

A nerve impulse arrives at the ____________ of a presynaptic neuron. The depolarizing phase of the nerve impulse opens ____________channels which are present in the membrane of synaptic end bulbs. Because calcium ions are more concentrated in the extracellular fluid, _____flows _________through open channels. An increase in Ca2+ inside the presynaptic neuron serves as a signal that triggers _______of the synaptic vesicles. As vesicle membranes merge with the plasma membrane, ______________molecules within the vesicles are released into the synaptic cleft. The neurotransmitter molecules ____across the synaptic cleft and bind to _____________ in the postsnaptic neurons plasma membrane. Binding of neurotransmitter molecules to their receptors on _________gated channels opens the channels and allows particular ions to flow across the membrane. As ions flow through the open channels, the _______across the membrane changes. This change is called a ____________. Depending on which ions the channels admit, the postsynaptic potential may be a ___________ (excitation), or a ____________(inhibition). When a depolarization postsynaptic potential reaches ________, it triggers an ____________ in the axon of the postsynaptic neuron.

synaptic end bulb voltage gated Ca2+ channels Ca2+ inward exocitosis neurotransmitter neurotransmitter receptors ligand gated channels voltage postsynaptic potential depolarization hyperpolarization threshold action potential

____________summation of effect of neurotransmitters released from 2 or more firing of the same end bulb in rapid succession onto a second neuron.

temporal

________summation is summation of postsynaptic potentials in response to stimuli that iccur at the same location in the membrane of a postsynaptic cell but at different times.

temporal

what does the minus sign in -70mV mean?

the inside of the cell is negative relative to the outside

during hyperpolarization, generation of an action potential is harder because....?

the membrane potential becomes inside more negative and thus farther from threshold then in its resting state.

What occurs during the repolarization phase of an action potential?

the membrane potential temporarily becomes more negative then the resting level.

What occurs during the depolarizing phase of an action potential?

the negative membrane potential becomes less negative, reaches 0, then becomes more positive

an action potential occurs in the membrane of an axon of a neuron when depolarization reaches a certian level termed ____________.

threshold

_______interconnect neurons in the spinal cord and brain

tract

True/Fasle Blood vessels are found in both white and gray matter?

true