Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function, 7th Edition

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Chapter 12 - Nervous Tissue - Study Guide - Testing Your Recall - Page 472: 6

Answer

e. a hyperpolarization

Work Step by Step

An IPSP is a hyperpolarization of the post synaptic neuron. IPSP stands for inhibitory postsynaptic potential. IPSP makes the postsynaptic cell less likely to fire.
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