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The opening of voltage-gated potassium channels during an action potential directly results in

A. Depolarization of the membrane
B. Rapid influx of potassium ions
C. Repolarization of the membrane
D. Release of neurotransmitters

📝 Explanation

Following peak depolarization, voltage-gated K⁺ channels open and K⁺ rushes out of the cell down its electrochemical gradient, restoring the negative internal charge during repolarization.

📖 Additional Information

  • Depolarization of the membrane
  • Rapid influx of potassium ions
  • Repolarization of the membrane
  • Release of neurotransmitters

Following peak depolarization, voltage-gated K⁺ channels open and K⁺ rushes out of the cell down its electrochemical gradient, restoring the negative internal charge during repolarization.

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