Which of the Following Will Cause the Plasma Membrane to Hyperpolarize

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will cause the plasma membrane to hyperpolarize when at its RMP?

• A) An inflow of sodium
• B) An inflow of potassium
• C) An inflow of calcium
• D) An inflow of chloride
• E) An outflow of chloride

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