An Action Potential Is a Sudden ______ Change in the Electrical

question 40

Multiple Choice

An action potential is a sudden ______ change in the electrical charge of a neuron's _________.

• A)positive; axon
• B)positive; soma
• C)positive; dendrites
• D)negative; axon

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Definitions:

Anterior Vena Cava

A large vein that carries deoxygenated blood from the upper half of the body to the right atrium of the heart.

Cephalic Vein

A large vein running along the outer side of the arm from the hand to the shoulder, often used for intravenous injections or blood draw.

Intercostal Veins

Veins located between the ribs, which drain the chest wall and muscles of the intercostal spaces.

Azygous Vein

A vein running up the right side of the thoracic vertebral column, draining blood from the chest wall and upper lumbar region into the superior vena cava.