Which of the following events will lead to depolarization?

A. an increase in K+ ions in the extracellular fluid
B. a decrease in K+ ions in the extracellular fluid
C. an increase in the rate of diffusion of K+ ions from cells
D. an increase in Na+ ions in the extracellular fluid
E. None of these events would cause depolarization.


A

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