Membrane potential depolarizes, Na+ channels open, Na+ current increases, _______.Group of answer choicesK+ channels openNa+ channels closeNa+ current decreaseNa+ current increasemembrane potential hyperpolarizes
Question
Membrane potential depolarizes, Na+ channels open, Na+ current increases, _______.Group of answer choicesK+ channels openNa+ channels closeNa+ current decreaseNa+ current increasemembrane potential hyperpolarizes
Solution
The next step after "Na+ current increases" in the process of action potential is "Na+ channels close". This is because after the sodium ions have rushed into the neuron, causing the membrane potential to depolarize, the sodium channels will close to stop the influx of sodium ions. This is a crucial step in the 'falling phase' of the action potential.
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