An Action Potential Is Propagated Down an Unmyelinated Neuronal Plasma

question 17

Multiple Choice

An action potential is propagated down an unmyelinated neuronal plasma membrane because it stimulates voltage-gated ____ channels adjacent to it. (Choose the most accurate answer.)

• A) Na⁺
• B) Ca²⁺
• C) K⁺
• D) Na⁺and Ca²⁺
• E) K⁺and Ca²⁺

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