In a Resting Cell, K⁺ Ions Have a Higher Concentration

question 35

Multiple Choice

In a resting cell, K⁺ ions have a higher concentration ______ the cell, which results in the net movement of K⁺ _______ of the cell.

• A) inside; out
• B) outside; into
• C) inside; into
• D) outside; out

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Definitions:

Peakedness

A characteristic of a distribution's shape that describes the sharpness or flatness of its peak, often related to the concept of kurtosis.

Symmetrical

A geometric or statistical property indicating that a shape, distribution, or pattern exhibits similarity across a central axis or point.

Unimodal

Describes a distribution or data set that has a single prominent peak or mode.

Skewed

Describes a distribution of values that is not symmetrical, with data tending to have a longer tail on one side.