What Happens When a Resting Neuron's Membrane Depolarizes

question 41

Multiple Choice

What happens when a resting neuron's membrane depolarizes?

• A) There is a net diffusion of Na⁺ out of the cell.
• B) The equilibrium potential for K⁺ (EK) becomes more positive.
• C) The neuron's membrane voltage becomes more positive.
• D) The neuron is less likely to generate an action potential.
• E) The cell's inside is more negative than the outside.

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