A series of measurements with a voltmeter show a neuron's membrane potential becoming more negative, from -70 mV to -85 mV. This neuron is experiencing a:

A) hyperpolarization phase. B) depolarization phase.
C) polarization phase. D) repolarization phase.


Answer: A

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