When the electrical potential in a cell is in action versus a resting state, this electrical charge reversal is known as the ________.
A) resting potential
B) excitation reaction
C) action potential
D) permeable reaction

Question

When the electrical potential in a cell is in action versus a resting state, this electrical charge reversal is known as the ________.
A) resting potential 
B) excitation reaction
C) action potential 
D) permeable reaction

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When the electrical potential in a cell changes from resting state to an active or firing state, this phenomenon is called an action potential. Resting potential refers to the steady-state electrical charge of a cell when it is not transmitting or receiving any signal. Excitation reaction and permeable reaction are not accurate terms to describe the electrical charge reversal that occurs during an action potential.

When the Electrical Potential in a Cell Is in Action