Figure 12-2 the Nerve Action Potential

question 63

Multiple Choice

Figure 12-2 The Nerve Action Potential

Use Figure 12-2 to answer the following questions:
-Which point of the graph shows when potassium ion outflow exceeds sodium ion inflow?

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4

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