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Propagation of Action Potentials

Propagation of Action Potentials

11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System / Propagation of Action Potentials / Problem 5

What is the impact of excitatory postsynaptic potential on the neuron?

A

It makes the inside of the neuron more negative.

B

It causes depolarization of the postsynaptic membrane.

C

It hyperpolarizes the postsynaptic membrane.

D

It brings the membrane potential away from its action potential threshold.

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