The Resting Potential of a Neuron Refers to

question 130

Multiple Choice

The resting potential of a neuron refers to

• A) a brief electrical charge that travels down the axon.
• B) the storage of neurotransmitter molecules within synaptic vesicles.
• C) the electrical polarization of the inside and outside of the neural membrane.
• D) a capacity to reabsorb neurotransmitter molecules released into the synaptic gap.

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Definitions:

Non-directional

Refers to a type of hypothesis that does not predict the direction of the difference or relationship between variables.

Alternative Hypothesis

In hypothesis testing, the hypothesis that contradicts the null hypothesis, suggesting some effect or difference exists.

Non-directional

Pertains to hypotheses or tests that do not specify the direction of the expected differences or relationships.

Null Hypothesis

A hypothesis positing no effect or no difference; it serves as the default assumption to be tested against the alternative hypothesis.