Under Which Condition Might the Resting Membrane Potential Become Lower

question 82

Multiple Choice

Under which condition might the resting membrane potential become lower than normal?

• A) Na⁺ gates remain open longer
• B) K⁺ gates remain open longer
• C) Na⁺ gates close early
• D) K⁺ gates close early

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