The separation of oppositely charged ionic particles across a resting neuron's membrane results in a potential that is measured as a

A.  current.
B.  voltage.
C.  conductance.
D.  resistance.


B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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By making two covalent bonds, an O atom (with 8 protons) fills its valence shell. Why does the atom's charge stay close to zero?

What will be an ideal response?

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The duplicated chromosome that appears during prophase consists of two genetically identical structures called sister ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Bundles of CNS axons that share a common origin, destination, and function are called

A) the cortex. B) centers. C) nuclei. D) tracts. E) ganglia.

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