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The fastest nerve fibres in the human body transmit impulses at around
100 meters/second
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At rest the plasma membrane of neurones is
More permeable to Potassium than to Sodium.
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After the peak of the action potential, membrane potential is returned towards its resting potential by
An increase in potassium permeability.
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Water is absorbed AGAINST its strongest concentration gradient in ...
The large intestine
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The primary function of the small intestine is;
absorption of nutrients
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Which vitamin is needed for calcium absorption from the diet?
Vitamin D
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Bile Salts are absorbed primarily in ...
The Ileum
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Enzymes and bile are carried by the pancreatic duct and bile duct into the;
duodenum
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Dynamic equilibrium receptors are found in the;
semi-circular canals
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Regarding the eyes, refraction can be altered for near and far vision by the
ciliary muscles
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Equilibrium receptors are located in the;
inner ear
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Gustatory cells are stimulated by;
substances in solution
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Why do smells sometimes alter our moods?
because sensory input from olfaction is routed through the limbic system
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Blood from the capillaries in the wall of the small intestine drain into.
The Hepatic Portal Vein
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At rest the plasma membrane of neurones is

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More permeable to Potassium than to Sodium.

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After the peak of the action potential, membrane potential is returned towards its resting potential by

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Water is absorbed AGAINST its strongest concentration gradient in ...

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The primary function of the small intestine is;

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