The process that occurs whenever a neuron's electrical potential becomes even more negative is called:
A)hyperpolarization
B)depolarization
C)synaptic transmission
D)ionic stabilization

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Hyperpolarization is the process by which the electrical potential of a neuron becomes more negative, making it less likely to fire an action potential. This occurs when positively charged ions leave the cell or negatively charged ions enter the cell, causing the membrane potential to become more negative. Depolarization, on the other hand, is the process by which the electrical potential becomes less negative or even positive, increasing the likelihood of an action potential. Synaptic transmission refers to the process by which neurotransmitters are released from one neuron and bind to receptors on another neuron, leading to the transmission of a signal across the synapse. Ionic stabilization is not a term commonly used in neuroscience.

The Process That Occurs Whenever a Neuron's Electrical Potential Becomes