The Action Potential of a Neuron Depends Mostly on What

question 45

Multiple Choice

 The action potential of a neuron depends mostly on what movement of ions?

• A) Sodium ions entering the cell
• B) Sodium ions leaving the cell
• C) Potassium ions entering the cell
• D) Potassium ions leaving the cell

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Regression Line

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Correlation Coefficient

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