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Lizzie Gonzalez
on Oct 23, 2024
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In order for an axon to transmit an action potential, what must cross the axon's membrane?
A) hormones
B) sodium ions
C) phenylalanine
D) glucose
Sodium Ions
Positively charged atomic particles of sodium, essential in the body for maintaining blood pressure and fluid balance, and facilitating nerve and muscle functions.
Axon
A neuron, or nerve cell, features a long, slender outgrowth which is primarily involved in sending electrical messages away from the neuron's main body.
- Acquire knowledge on the basics of action potentials and how they are conveyed in neurons.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the basics of action potentials and how they are conveyed in neurons.
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