Nerve Cells Generate Electrical Signals in Response to Changes in the Environment

question 15

Multiple Choice

Nerve cells generate electrical signals in response to changes in the environment. This is an example of ________.

• A) respiration
• B) digestion
• C) movement
• D) filtration
• E) responsiveness

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