Which Ion Channel Opens in Response to a Change in Membrane

question 94

Multiple Choice

Which ion channel opens in response to a change in membrane potential and participates in the generation and conduction of action potentials?

• A) mechanically gated channel
• B) ligand- gated channel
• C) voltage- gated channel
• D) leakage channel

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