Asked by Keshav Tayal on Sep 28, 2024
What do we call the tiny electrical charge that exists when a neuron is neither receiving nor sending information
A) resting potential
B) action potential
C) post-synaptic potential
D) inhibitory potential
Resting Potential
The difference in electric charge across the membrane of a neuron when it is not actively transmitting a signal, serving as a basis for neural excitation.
Electrical Charge
A physical property that causes objects to experience a force when placed in an electromagnetic field.
Neuron
A neuron, which is a cell specialized in the transmission of nerve signals.
- Absorb information regarding the electrical features of neurons, specifically resting potential and action potential.
Learning Objectives
- Absorb information regarding the electrical features of neurons, specifically resting potential and action potential.