What occurs during hyperpolarization of a neuron plasma membrane?
A) Sodium ions are entering the cells.
B) Sodium ions are leaving the cell.
C) Potassium ions are entering the cell.
D) Potassium ions are leaving the cell.
E) Both sodium and potassium ions are leaving the cell.

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During hyperpolarization of a neuron's plasma membrane, potassium ions (K+) are leaving the cell, making the inside of the cell more negative compared to the outside.

What Occurs During Hyperpolarization of a Neuron Plasma Membrane