Propagation of an Action Potential Along an Axon Is Dependent

question 9

Multiple Choice

Propagation of an action potential along an axon is dependent on a(n) :

• A)Complete myelination of the axon by glial cells.
• B)Anterograde diffusion of the electric potential with active generation of new potentials.
• C)Rapid repolarization associated with passive diffusion of Cl-.
• D)Retrograde diffusion of the electrical potential.
• E)Na⁺/K⁺ pump moving sufficient quantities of Na⁺ into of the cell and K⁺ out of the cell.

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