Which of the following statements best describes the events that lead to depolarization of a neuronal membrane?
A)Sodium flows into the neuron and potassium flows out of the neuron.
B)Sodium flows out of the neuron and potassium flows into the neuron.
C)Sodium flows into the neuron.
D)Potassium flows out of the neuron.
E)Potassium flows into the neuron.

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Depolarization of a neuronal membrane primarily occurs when sodium ions (Na+) flow into the neuron, reducing the membrane potential and making the inside of the neuron less negative compared to the outside.

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