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A neuron is damaged in a way that doesn't allow its potassium ion gates to open. Which of the following would be directly affected?

Receiving a stimulus
Repolarization
Reaching the threshold
Depolarization

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Answer:

Option B - Repolarization

Step-by-step explanation:

The change in the membrane potential to a negative value just after action potential is known as repolarization phase.

In cell, the depolarization event allows sodium channel to open. The cell after a short period of time allows the event of repolarization. The repolarization event occurs due to outflow of K+ ions. Thus, a damaged neuron will prevent the repolarization event.

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