The First Step in the Nerve Action Potential from Rest

question 6

Multiple Choice

The first step in the nerve action potential from rest is

• A) Opening of the fast Na⁺ activation gates
• B) Opening of the fast Na⁺ inactivation gates
• C) Closing of the K⁺ activation gates
• D) Opening of the K⁺ activation gates
• E) Hyperpolarization of the membrane

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