A Neuron Membrane Potential Moves from -90 MV to -80

question 53

Multiple Choice

A neuron membrane potential moves from -90 mV to -80 mV in response to a brief stimulation. We would term this change in potential as a(n)

• A) depolarization.
• B) resting potential.
• C) action potential.
• D) hyperpolarization.
• E) inhibitory local potential.

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