What causes the depolarizing effect of an excitatory postsynaptic potential?
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the influx of calcium ions; |
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the efflux of calcium ions; |
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the influx of potassium ions; |
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the efflux of potassium ions; |
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the influx of chloride ions; |
CORRECT - Yes, the depolarization of an EPSP is caused by the influx of calcium.
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