At what time (in milliseconds) is the inside of the neuron the most positive and why?  Explain why the membrane potential changes at X.  Explain what is happening at point C to the sodium and potassium ions and how this is affecting the membrane potential.

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Graph of membrane potential versus time The graph above represent time in milliseconds.

At what time (in milliseconds) is the inside of the neuron the most positive and why? 

Explain why the membrane potential changes at X. 

Explain what is happening at point C to the sodium and potassium ions and how this is affecting the membrane potential.

Describe two things that contribute to the resting membrane potential.

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