Question

question 41
1 pts
which of the following concepts best explains how neurons fire?
c) action potential
a) lateralization
d) synaptogenesis
b) plasticity

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Lateralization refers to the specialization of brain hemispheres, not neuron firing.
• Option B: Plasticity is about the brain's ability to change, not neuron firing.
• Option C: Action potential is the electrical signal that causes a neuron to fire (depolarization and repolarization of the neuron's membrane).
• Option D: Synaptogenesis is the formation of synapses, not the process of neuron firing.

So, action potential best explains how neurons fire.

Answer:

C) Action potential