1. The three components of the eukaryotic cytoskeleton are microtubules, microfilaments and intermediate filaments. a) State the principle protein component of the microtubules, and briefly describe the structure of a microtubule. b) Describe how microfilaments polymerize from their monomer components. Include a description of the protein component(,0) treadmilling, and the […]

Kidney inflammation often results in pain in the side of the flank. Which of the following best describes why this is the case? a. nociceptive sensory fibres from the kidney and the flank converge and synapse with the same neurons in the spinal cord b. the nerve fibres carrying nociceptive […]

Synaptic vesicles are released at the synaptic cleft in response to action potentials arriving at the nerve terminal Questiona) What processes ensure that vesicles are released only at the synapse,and not elsewhere? b)Give two mechanisms that allow the nerve cell to recover from the effects of the action potentials and […]

The role of the brain, nervous system The brain, nervous system, and sensory systems work together to shape behavior. Cognitive functions also shape behavior. In this assignment, you will explore the interrelations of brain, nervous system, sensory systems, and cognitive functions in the shaping of human behavior. Write a paper […]