What would occur if ACh was not removed from the nicotinic receptors on skeletal muscle cells?
A) The cell would relax.
B) The cell would repolarize with the opening of chloride channels.
C) The cell would remain contracted until fatigued.
D) Sodium would continue to move into the cell, causing excitation.
E) The cell would remain contracted until fatigued, and sodium would continue to move into the cell causing excitation.

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If ACh is not removed, it will continuously stimulate the nicotinic receptors, causing prolonged contraction and continuous sodium influx, leading to sustained excitation.

What Would Occur If ACh Was Not Removed from the Nicotinic