In a Neuron, an Action Potential is _______

Question

In a neuron, an action potential is _______.
A) a change in charge that helps maintain the resting potential of a neuron
B) a wave of depolarization that moves along the axon
C) active release of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine
D) the process of stimulus reception

Accepted Answer

An action potential is a wave of depolarization that moves along the axon of a neuron in response to a stimulus. This allows for the transmission of electrical impulses between neurons and throughout the nervous system.