The Negative Charge Established Along a Nerve Cell Membrane Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

The negative charge established along a nerve cell membrane is due to

• A) movement of Na⁺ into the cell
• B) movement of proteins out of the cell
• C) higher permeability of K⁺ relative to Na⁺
• D) intracellular protein anions
• E) higher permeability of K⁺ relative to Na⁺ and intracellular protein anions

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Definitions:

Personal Relationship

A close connection between individuals, characterized by emotional or physical intimacy, communication, and mutual respect.

Negative Claim

A statement that asserts the non-existence or absence of something, often used in arguments or debates.

Fallacy of Division

An erroneous inference from the characteristics of an entire set or group about a member of that group or set.

Amphiboly

An argument that contains a grammatical mistake which allows more than one conclusion to be drawn.