Action Potential

Question 1

During hyperpolarization, how many and which way do sodium(NA+) and potassium(K+) travel through the sodium potassium pump?

Answer 1

3 sodium(NA+) out of the membrane, and 2 potassium(K+) into the membrane

Question 2

What is the synaptic cleft?

Answer 2

The small space between the sending and receiving neuron

Question 3

Which element from the periodic table is involved in crossing the synapse?

Answer 3

Calcium (Ca)