Question 3
2 pts
In the specific graded potential mechanism we went over in class, which of the
following statements is FALSE?
Binding of the ligand opens the stimulus gated channel proteins at the trigger zone
on the axon
If the incoming ions are positive, the inside of the cell membrane becomes
depolarized
The incoming ion diffuses from high to low in all directions inside the cell
The incoming stimulus arrives at the dendrite region of the receiving neuron