When a Section of the Resting Neuron is Stimulated

Question

When a section of the resting neuron is stimulated
A) sodium ions rush into the cell
B) sodium ions rush out of the cell
C) the interior of the cell becomes slightly positive
D) both a and c above

Accepted Answer

When a section of the resting neuron is stimulated, sodium ions rush into the cell, causing the interior of the cell to become slightly positive. Therefore, both option A and C are correct. Option B is incorrect as sodium ions do not rush out of the cell during this process.