What Do We Call the State of a Neuron When

question 82

Multiple Choice

What do we call the state of a neuron when it is NOT firing a neural impulse?

• A) action potential
• B) resting potential
• C) myelination signal
• D) transmission impulse

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Definitions:

Basilar Membrane

A structure in the cochlea of the inner ear, crucial for transforming sound vibrations into neural signals.

Hair Cells

Hair cells are sensory receptors located in the inner ear that detect sound and head motion to convert vibrations into electrical signals for hearing and balance.

High-Amplitude Sounds

Sounds that carry a greater intensity or volume, often leading to a greater impact on the listener's ears and potentially causing harm.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped cavity in the inner ear containing the organ of Corti, which produces nerve impulses in response to sound vibrations.