The Action Potential

Item #6 of 10

Stimulation that reverses the polarity across an axon's membrane by less than 5 millivolts _________________.

is called sub-threshold;

will not generate an action potential;

will cause slight opening of the sodium channels located in the membrane;

will allow the membrane to return quickly to its resting polarized state;

all of the alternatives provided are correct;

CORRECT - Yes, a reversal of membrane potential of less than 5 millivolts is sub-threshold. Although it will cause a slight opening of the sodium channels, it will not trigger an action potential and the membrane will quickly return to its resting state.

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		is called sub-threshold;
		will not generate an action potential;
		will cause slight opening of the sodium channels located in the membrane;
		will allow the membrane to return quickly to its resting polarized state;
		all of the alternatives provided are correct;