When a neuron is at rest, it carries a _____ electrical potential (charge).
A)slightly positive
B)slightly negative
C)neutral
D)massively negative

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When a neuron is at rest, it carries a slightly negative electrical potential (charge). This is due to the unequal distribution of ions inside and outside the neuron's membrane, with more negatively charged ions inside and more positively charged ions outside. This imbalance creates a resting potential of around -70 millivolts.

When a Neuron Is at Rest, It Carries a _____