Conduction occurs along an axon because A) outflow of K⁺ triggers the adjacent channels to open. B) inflow of Na⁺ triggers the adjacent channels to open. C) once Na⁺ enters the cell, the entire membrane depolarizes simultaneously. D) axonal transport "walks" voltage changes along the membrane.

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Conduction occurs along an axon because inflow of Na⁺ triggers the adjacent channels to open, propagating the action potential down the axon.

Conduction Occurs Along an Axon Because