The E_K for a Cell Is -90 MV and E_Na

question 9

Multiple Choice

The E_K for a cell is -90 mV and E_Na is +55 mV. At a resting membrane potential of -70 mV and assuming conductances ONLY to Na⁺ and K⁺,

• A) There is an outward K⁺ current
• B) There is a net inward current
• C) There is an net outward current
• D) g_Na > g_K
• E) None of the above