Question

Once initiated, excitatory postsynaptic potentials last for hours, especially if a fast receptor is activated _____.

a) True
b) False

Answer 1

EPSPs do not last for hours, even if a fast receptor is activated.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement is b) False

Excitatory postsynaptic potentials (EPSPs) are temporary changes in the membrane potential of a postsynaptic neuron that make it more likely to fire an action potential. These potentials do not last for hours, even if a fast receptor is activated. EPSPs are rapid and short-lasting, typically lasting only a few milliseconds.