For a Neuron with an Initial Membrane Potential at -70

question 13

Multiple Choice

For a neuron with an initial membrane potential at -70 mV, an increase in the movement of potassium ions out of that neuron's cytoplasm would result in the ________.

• A) depolarization of the neuron
• B) hyperpolarization of the neuron
• C) replacement of potassium ions with sodium ions
• D) replacement of potassium ions with calcium ions

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