For a Neuron with an Initial Membrane Potential at -70

question 4

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

• A) the depolarization of the neuron.
• B) the hyperpolarization of the neuron.
• C) the replacement of potassium ions with sodium ions.
• D) the replacement of potassium ions with calcium ions.
• E) the neuron switching on its sodium-potassium pump to restore the initial conditions.

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