The Tiny Electrical Charge That Exists When a Neuron Is

question 76

Multiple Choice

The tiny electrical charge that exists when a neuron is not receiving or sending information is called

• A) an action potential.
• B) a synaptic gap.
• C) a resting potential.
• D) a post synaptic potential.

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Definitions:

Reciprocity

The mutual exchange of privileges or services between parties, ensuring mutual benefit.

Mirror-Image Perceptions

The tendency to see oneself, especially in conflicts, as the opposite of how one sees the other party, usually viewing oneself positively and the other negatively.

Deindividuation

A psychological state characterized by reduced self-awareness and decreased personal responsibility, often occurring in group settings.

Superordinate Goals

Shared goals that can only be achieved through cooperation among individuals or groups, often used to overcome intergroup conflict.