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By applying a thermal stimulation into the nerve, means you stimulate it. So with a thermal stimulation, you're already made a possibility to increase the Na+ flow faster.
Because as heat, Na ions will move faster than room temperature. They move faster, cause the flow move faster, then the stimulate reach the threshold or even more than that.. causes the increased of action potential
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Can subthreshold stimulation cause an action potential?
No, subthreshold stimulation is not sufficient to trigger an action potential. The membrane potential needs to reach a certain threshold level for an action potential to be generated. Subthreshold stimulation only produces graded potentials that do not reach the threshold for firing an action potential.
How does frequency of stimulation affect action potentials?
The frequency of stimulation can affect the action potential by influencing the rate at which action potentials are generated in a neuron. Higher frequency stimulation can lead to more action potentials being fired in a shorter amount of time, while lower frequency stimulation may result in fewer action potentials being generated. This relationship is known as frequency-dependent facilitation or depression.
What is the amount of stimulation required to intiate a nerve impulse called?
Neuron has to be stimulated to the point of it's threshold in order for an action potential to be initiated and transmitted
How does mechanical stimulation of the nerve cause an action potential?
Mechanical stimulation of a nerve physically opens ion channels in the cell membrane, allowing ions such as sodium and potassium to flow across the membrane. This creates a change in the electrical charge inside the nerve cell, leading to depolarization and generation of an action potential.
What is the response if you increase the stimulus intensity past the threshold level for a neuron?
Increasing the stimulus intensity past the threshold level for a neuron will not further increase the action potential generated. Once the threshold is reached, the neuron will fire an action potential at its maximum intensity.
Can subthreshold stimulation cause an action potential?
No, subthreshold stimulation is not sufficient to trigger an action potential. The membrane potential needs to reach a certain threshold level for an action potential to be generated. Subthreshold stimulation only produces graded potentials that do not reach the threshold for firing an action potential.
Explain what the ap is an all or none?
it depends on the stimulation. if the stimulation is not strong enough, there might be no action potential. However, if the stimulation is strong enough, there will be an action potential
Stimulation of the aortic baroreceptors results in what?
Stimulation of the aortic baroreceptors results in an increase in action potential frequency, which sends signals to the brain to decrease sympathetic activity and increase parasympathetic activity. This leads to a decrease in heart rate, vasodilation, and a decrease in blood pressure.
A brief change in electrical voltage in the neuron in response to stimulation is called what?
an action potential
How does frequency of stimulation affect action potentials?
The frequency of stimulation can affect the action potential by influencing the rate at which action potentials are generated in a neuron. Higher frequency stimulation can lead to more action potentials being fired in a shorter amount of time, while lower frequency stimulation may result in fewer action potentials being generated. This relationship is known as frequency-dependent facilitation or depression.
What is the amount of stimulation required to intiate a nerve impulse called?
Neuron has to be stimulated to the point of it's threshold in order for an action potential to be initiated and transmitted
Why does the number of action potentials vary with increased stimulation frequency?
Increased stimulation frequency can lead to a phenomenon called summation, where individual action potentials merge together or "sum" to produce a larger response. This allows for greater depolarization of the membrane potential, leading to more frequent firing of action potentials. As the stimulation frequency increases, the membrane may not return to its resting potential before receiving the next stimulus, resulting in a higher number of action potentials being generated.
How does mechanical stimulation of the nerve cause an action potential?
Mechanical stimulation of a nerve physically opens ion channels in the cell membrane, allowing ions such as sodium and potassium to flow across the membrane. This creates a change in the electrical charge inside the nerve cell, leading to depolarization and generation of an action potential.
What are the key factors that influence the generation and propagation of action potential in neurons?
The key factors that influence the generation and propagation of action potential in neurons are the balance of ions inside and outside the cell, the opening and closing of ion channels, and the threshold level of stimulation needed to trigger an action potential.
What is the response if you increase the stimulus intensity past the threshold level for a neuron?
Increasing the stimulus intensity past the threshold level for a neuron will not further increase the action potential generated. Once the threshold is reached, the neuron will fire an action potential at its maximum intensity.
Would increasing frequency of stimulation to trigger zone change number of action potentials?
Yes, increasing the frequency of stimulation can increase the number of action potentials generated in the neuron. This is known as frequency-dependent facilitation, where rapid succession of stimuli can enhance the excitability of the neuron and lead to more action potentials being fired.
What will increase the rate of conduction of an action potential along a nerve?
Factors that can increase the rate of conduction of an action potential along a nerve include higher temperature, larger axon diameter, and the presence of myelin sheath. These factors facilitate the efficient propagation of the action potential signal by reducing resistance to its flow along the nerve.
