The Resting Potential of a Neuron __________

question 68

Multiple Choice

The resting potential of a neuron __________.

• A) is an electrical phenomenon unique to the squid giant neuron
• B) refers to the electrical current spread associated with the action potential
• C) is such that the inside of the neuron is negatively charged relative to the outside
• D) refers to the electrical difference induced by the introduction of a microelectrode into the cell

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