The Resting Potential of a Neuron Was Discovered in 1939

question 73

Multiple Choice

The resting potential of a neuron was discovered in 1939 by biologists studying marine animals such as squid.Squid were studied because:

• A)their neurons are more similar to human neurons than those of most other animals.
• B)their neurons are large and easy to study.
• C)neurotransmission evolved first in marine animals.
• D)it is unethical to study these processes in humans.

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