Which of the Following Is Responsible for the Rapid Depolarization

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is responsible for the rapid depolarization phase of an action potential within the pacemaker cells?

• A) an increase in P_Na
• B) a decrease in P_K
• C) a decrease in P_Na
• D) an increase in P_K
• E) an increase in P_Ca

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