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In a neuron, the opening of sodium gates typically leads to _____. Select one: A. hyperpolarization of the plasma membrane B. drifting of plasma membrane voltage toward a more negative value C. depolarization of the plasma membrane D. plasma membrane voltage returning to the resting membrane potential E. repolarization of the plasma membrane

          In a neuron, the opening of sodium gates typically leads to _____.
Select one:
A. hyperpolarization of the plasma membrane
B. drifting of plasma membrane voltage toward a more negative value
C. depolarization of the plasma membrane
D. plasma membrane voltage returning to the resting membrane potential
E. repolarization of the plasma membrane

In a neuron, the opening of sodium gates typically leads to .
Select one:
A. hyperpolarization of the plasma membrane
B. drifting of plasma membrane voltage toward a more negative value
C. depolarization of the plasma membrane
D. plasma membrane voltage returning to the resting membrane potential
E. repolarization of the plasma membrane

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Julianne Zedalis, John Eggebrecht

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When a neuron is at rest, the plasma membrane is polarized, meaning there is a difference in electrical charge between the inside and outside of the cell. Show more…

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