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Question
When the potential across the axon membrane is more negative than the normal resting potential, the neuron is said to be in a state of ______.
Options
Depolarization
Hyperpolarization
Repolarization
Hypopolarization
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Solution
When the potential across the axon membrane is more negative than the normal resting potential, the neuron is said to be in a state of Hyperpolarization.
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