A Nerve Cell Membrane Becomes Depolarized as a Result of

question 63

Multiple Choice

A nerve cell membrane becomes depolarized as a result of

• A) calcium leaving the nerve cell.
• B) some ion channels being opened while others are closed.
• C) the relative ease with which K⁺ diffuses into the nerve cell.
• D) Na⁺ being prevented from passing through the membrane.

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