In a neuron, the opening of sodium gates typically leads to ________

A) hyperpolarization of the plasma membrane
B) depolarization of the plasma membrane
C) drifting of plasma membrane voltage toward a more negative value
D) repolarization of the plasma membrane
E) plasma membrane voltage returning to the resting membrane potential


B

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