When an action potential reaches the axon terminal, what happens next?

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Question 1 of 5

When an action potential reaches the axon terminal, what happens next?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: AP triggers vesicle fusion, releasing ACh into cleft; then Na+ channels open, AChE acts later.

Question 2 of 5

Fluid is reabsorbed in which of the following vessels?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Capillaries reabsorb fluid via oncotic pressure at venous end.

Question 3 of 5

A class of immunoglobulins found concentrated in breast milk, and thus serve to passively and naturally enhance the specific immune system of a newborn is:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: IgA in breast milk provides passive mucosal immunity to newborns.

Question 4 of 5

An increase in the level of carbon dioxide in the blood will result in a(n):

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: High CO2 (hypercapnia) stimulates chemoreceptors, increasing respiratory rate.

Question 5 of 5

The dartos muscle is responsible for:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Dartos muscle wrinkles scrotum, aiding temperature regulation indirectly.

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