Asked by zachary ahmed on May 12, 2024
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Another term for a neural impulse is a(n) ________ potential.
A) resting
B) kinetic
C) graded
D) action
Neural Impulse
An electrical signal that travels along neurons, facilitating communication within the nervous system.
Action Potential
Action potential is the rapid change in electrical charge across a neuron's membrane, allowing for the transmission of nerve signals.
- Discern the vital role and processes of action potentials and resting potentials in neuron activity.
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Paige BensonMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A neural impulse is also known as an action potential, which is the electrical signal that travels along a neuron's axon to communicate with other neurons or muscles. Resting potential refers to the stable negative charge inside a neuron when it is not actively transmitting a signal, while graded potential refers to a small fluctuation in the neuron's membrane potential that can either increase or decrease the likelihood of generating an action potential. Kinetic potential is a term related to motion, and is not applicable to neural impulses.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the vital role and processes of action potentials and resting potentials in neuron activity.