Define Membrane Potential

question 61

Multiple Choice

Define membrane potential.

• A)Membrane potential is the ability of a cell to become excitable.
• B)Membrane potential is the maximum ability of a cell to generate electrical impulses.
• C)Membrane potential is the maximum speed a cell can propagate electrical impulses.
• D)Membrane potential is the maximum times a cell can be stimulated by electrical impulses.
• E)Membrane potential is the unequal charge distribution between the inner and outer surfaces of the plasma membrane.

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