In a Neuron, an Action Potential Is _______

question 22

Multiple Choice

In a neuron, an action potential is _______.

• A) a change in charge that helps maintain the resting potential of a neuron
• B) a wave of depolarization that moves along the axon
• C) active release of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine
• D) the process of stimulus reception

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Definitions:

Wakefulness

The state of being awake and conscious, characterized by high levels of sensory awareness, thought, and behavior.

Brain Mechanism

Refers to the underlying biological structure and function involved in the processing of neural information in the brain.

Hormone-Producing Organs

Organs in the endocrine system that secrete hormones into the bloodstream to regulate various bodily processes, including the pancreas, thyroid, and adrenal glands.

Environmental Stimuli

External factors or conditions that can elicit responses from an organism or influence its behavior.