Which of the following actions is directly responsible for restoration of resting membrane potential during an action potential? A)efflux of K⁺ ions B)efflux of Na⁺ ions C)influx of K⁺ ions D)influx of Na⁺ ions

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The restoration of the resting membrane potential after an action potential is primarily due to the efflux of K⁺ ions out of the cell. This process is known as repolarization and allows the membrane potential to return to its resting state. The influx of Na⁺ ions during the depolarization phase of the action potential is responsible for generating the action potential, but it does not contribute to the restoration of the resting membrane potential.

Which of the Following Actions Is Directly Responsible for Restoration