During an action potential, what occurs that results in depolarization?
A) Potassium ions diffuse to the outside of the cell membrane.
B) Potassium ions diffuse to the inside of the cell membrane.
C) Sodium ions diffuse to the outside of the cell membrane.
D) Sodium ions diffuse to the inside of the cell membrane.

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During depolarization of an action potential, sodium ions (Na+) diffuse to the inside of the cell membrane, increasing the internal charge and leading to depolarization.

During an Action Potential, What Occurs That Results in Depolarization