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    Depolarisation in a nerve action potential is due to:
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    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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