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Which type of membrane proteins are required to establish a resting membrane potential? Choose all that apply. (3 points)  

When considering the electrochemical gradient of potassium ions, the electric gradient counteracts (is opposite) the chemical gradient of the ion. (2 points)

After the resting membrane potential is established, sodium is more concentrated ____________ of the cell. (2 points)

Once a multipolar neuron reaches threshold membrane potential, the action potential can travel from the cell body towards the axon terminals, OR from the axon terminals back towards the cell body. (2 points)

A drug binds to potassium voltage-gated channels and prevents them from opening. Which of the following statements is TRUE in this scenario? Assume the cell is starting at resting membrane potential (RMP) of -70mV.  (3 points)

Using the specific circuit shown above, which neuron is associated with the ventral root?

The resting membrane potential of neurons is -70 mV. Why is this value negative? Choose all that apply. (3 points)

A neuron is exposed to a poison that prevents chemical-gated Na+ channels from binding to the molecule that normally activates them. What is one result that may occur? (3 points)

Which of the following components are included in the matrix (also known as extracellular matrix) of tissue type in the image?  Choose all that apply. (3 points)

A _____ is the outcome of the disease.