Which of the Following Is NOT True of Neuron Function

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of neuron function?

• A) At rest, the nerve cell has a slight negative charge across the membrane.
• B) The action potential is due to positive ions flowing into the neuron.
• C) The action potential is a switch from negative to positive potential that moves along the axon membrane.
• D) A stimulus will either "fire" the neuron or it will fail to fire it.
• E) Nerve cells only use electrical signals to communicate with each other.

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