A Threshold Potential Is

question 215

Multiple Choice

A threshold potential is

• A) the same value in every cell
• B) the peak potential achieved during an action potential.
• C) the point at which there is an explosive increase in Na⁺ permeability.
• D) the potential at which K⁺ permeability increases.
• E) always a positive potential.

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