What Tends to Open the Sodium Gates Across a Neuron's

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Multiple Choice

What tends to open the sodium gates across a neuron's membrane?

• A) hyperpolarization of the membrane
• B) depolarization of the membrane
• C) increase in the sodium concentration outside the neuron
• D) passing the peak of the action potential and entering the refractory period

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