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Depolarisation in a nerve action potential is due to:
Question

Depolarisation in a nerve action potential is due to:

A.

Opening of sodium channels

B.

Opening of calcium channels

C.

Opening of potassium channels

D.

Closing of sodium channels

Correct option is A


Ans. (a)
Sol. Depolarization occurs when voltage-gated sodium (Na⁺) channels open, allowing Na⁺ ions to rapidly enter the neuron. This causes the inside of the neuron to become less negative, initiating the action potential.

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