An action potential in a nerve fiber is generated when the outer surface is positive and the inner surface is negative,and the membrane potential is reversed because...

  • A
    More $K^+$ ions enter the axon compared to $Na^+$ ions.
  • B
    More $Na^+$ ions enter the axon compared to $K^+$ ions.
  • C
    All $K^+$ ions leave the axon.
  • D
    All $Na^+$ ions enter the axon.

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During resting potential,the axonal membrane is more permeable to.........

Select the correct sequence of statements regarding the conduction of a nerve impulse and select the correct option given below.
$i.$ Rapid influx of $Na^{+}$ inside the axon.
$ii.$ $Na^{+}$ gates are closed and $K^{+}$ gates open after the refractory period.
$iii.$ Intracellular fluid is electronegative and the potential difference is $-70 \ mV$.
$iv.$ Extracellular fluid becomes electronegative.
$v.$ Disturbance to the resting potential.

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