Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Modified MasteringA&P with eText and Access Card (10th Edition)
Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Modified MasteringA&P with eText and Access Card (10th Edition)
10th Edition
ISBN: 9780133988550
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Judi L. Nath, Edwin F. Bartholomew
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12, Problem 13CP
Summary Introduction

To determine:

The effect of a chemical that blocks the voltage gated ion channels in the plasma membrane of a neuron on its ability to depolarize.

Introduction:

The voltage gated ion channels are those ion channels that open in response to changes in voltage across the plasma membrane. They play an important role in transmission of nerve impulse.

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