Which statement MOST closely describes the firing of a single neuron?
A)Smoke triggers the alarm on a smoke detector.
B)Grip pressure on the hose handle modifies the pressure of the water stream.
C)Greater tension on a rubber band causes a paper ball to be launched with greater velocity.
D)Cell phone reception quality depends on how close you are to a cell phone tower.

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The firing of a single neuron can be likened to the triggering of an alarm on a smoke detector. When smoke particles enter the detector, it triggers an electrical signal that activates the alarm, just as a neuron fires an action potential when it receives enough input to reach the threshold for firing.

Which Statement MOST Closely Describes the Firing of a Single