As with action potentials in other types of cells, the repolarization of cardiac muscle cells involves the

A. entrance of sodium through voltage-gated channels.
B. entrance of calcium through voltage-gated channels.
C. binding of ACh to ACh receptor.
D. exit of potassium through voltage-gated channels.
E. simultaneous closure of sodium channels and opening of calcium channels.


Answer: D

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