Depolarization is to ___ as hyperpolarization is to ___.
A) excitatory postsynaptic potentials; inhibitory postsynaptic potentials
B) inhibitory postsynaptic potentials; excitatory postsynaptic potentials
C) excitatory presynaptic potentials; inhibitory presynaptic potentials
D) inhibitory presynaptic potentials; excitatory presynaptic potentials

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Depolarization refers to the process in which the membrane potential of a neuron becomes less negative, making it more likely for the neuron to fire an action potential. This process is typically associated with excitatory postsynaptic potentials (EPSPs). Hyperpolarization, on the other hand, refers to the process in which the membrane potential of a neuron becomes more negative, making it less likely for the neuron to fire an action potential. This process is typically associated with inhibitory postsynaptic potentials (IPSPs). Therefore, choice A is the best answer.

Depolarization Is to ___ as Hyperpolarization Is to ___

Depolarization Is to _ as Hyperpolarization Is to _