Neuron Stimulation and Action Potential Quiz

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What is the term for the momentary change in resting potential when a neuron is stimulated?

  • Excitatory response
  • Action potential (correct)
  • Resting potential shift
  • Neural fluctuation

What is the primary method of signal transmission within the body?

  • Synaptic transmission
  • Neurotransmitter release
  • Action potential propagation (correct)
  • Dendritic signaling

What types of stimuli can cause stimulation of neurons?

  • Physical and chemical (correct)
  • Electrical and mechanical only
  • Physical only
  • Chemical only

Which type of electrode measures single motor activity?

<p>Concentric needle electrode (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of EMG electrodes?

<p>To record the electrical activity from several muscle fibres (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does each motor unit consist of?

<p>A single branching neuron and 25-2000 muscle fibres (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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