EPSPs (Excitatory Postsynaptic Potentials) Occur When

question 61

Multiple Choice

EPSPs (excitatory postsynaptic potentials) occur when

• A) more potassium ions than usual leak out of a cell.
• B) more calcium ions than usual leak out of a cell.
• C) chloride ions enter a cell.
• D) extra sodium ions enter a cell.
• E) hyperpolarizations occur.

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