What Action Tends to Open the Sodium Gates Across a Neuron's

question 87

Multiple Choice

What action tends to open the sodium gates across a neuron's membrane?​

• A)hyperpolarization of the membrane
• B)​depolarization of the membrane
• C)​increase in the sodium concentration outside the neuron
• D)passing the peak of the action potential and entering the refractory period

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