Even at rest, most neurons have periodic production of action potentials, known as the ____.
A) spontaneous firing rate
B) excitatory firing rate
C) all-or-none law
D) law of compensation

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The spontaneous firing rate refers to the periodic production of action potentials that occurs in most neurons even at rest. This is due to the fact that neurons are constantly receiving and integrating input from other neurons and the environment. The frequency of spontaneous firing varies between neuron types and can be influenced by various factors such as neurotransmitters and temperature. Choice B is incorrect because excitatory firing rate refers to the rate at which a neuron responds to excitatory signals, rather than spontaneous firing. Choice C (all-or-none law) and choice D (law of compensation) are unrelated to the concept of spontaneous firing rate.

Even at Rest, Most Neurons Have Periodic Production of Action