Depolarization of the nerve cell membrane occurs when there is a rapid influx (inflow)of
A)potassium ions.
B)chloride ions.
C)calcium ions.
D)sodium ions.
E)proteins.

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Depolarization of the nerve cell membrane occurs when there is a rapid influx (inflow) of sodium ions. This causes the membrane potential to become less negative and more positive, leading to the generation of an action potential.

Depolarization of the Nerve Cell Membrane Occurs When There Is