Which process will most likely result in an IPSP?
A)potassium ions entering the cell
B)sodium ions entering the cell
C)chloride ions entering the cell
D)chloride ions leaving the cell

Question

Which process will most likely result in an IPSP?​
A)potassium ions entering the cell
B)​sodium ions entering the cell
C)​chloride ions entering the cell
D)chloride ions leaving the cell

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An IPSP (inhibitory postsynaptic potential) is typically caused by the influx of chloride ions into the cell, which makes the inside of the cell more negative and decreases the likelihood of an action potential.

Which Process Will Most Likely Result in an IPSP?​

Which Process Will Most Likely Result in an IPSP?