Entries by Daphne Hanson

Neurotransmitters flow

Once neurotransmitters flow into the synaptic cleft between two neurons, they bind to receptor proteins on the surface of the postsynaptic neuron. they cause receptors to release sodium ions into the postsynaptic neuron. they start a chain of events that results in a new action potential being generated within the postsynaptic neuron All of the […]

Voltage-gated ion channels

During depolarization, which of the following statements about voltage-gated ion channels is TRUE? Multiple Choice K+ gates open before Na+ gates No-gates open before K-gates No and K-gates open at the same time No /K pumps remain closed No / pumps open briefly and then close

Anaerobic digestion of volatile acids by methane bacteria is represented by the equation

Anaerobic digestion of volatile acids by methane bacteria is represented by the equation: CH3COOH + NH3 →→→→ biomass + CO₂ + H₂O + CH4 (acetic acid) (methane) The composition of methane bacteria is approximated by the empirical formula CH1.400.40 No.20. For each kg of acetic acid consumed, 0.67 kg of CO2 is evolved. How does […]