Which of These Statements Correctly Describes the Concentration Gradient for Na⁺

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements correctly describes the concentration gradient for Na⁺?

• A)It favours its movement into the cell at resting potential.
• B)It favours its movement out of the cell at resting potential.
• C) Net outward movement is continued until equilibrium.
• D) Na⁺ equilibrium potential is -60 mV.

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