Although the Membrane of a "Resting" Neuron Is Highly Permeable

question 24

Multiple Choice

Although the membrane of a "resting" neuron is highly permeable to potassium ions, its membrane potential does not exactly match the equilibrium potential for potassium because the neuronal membrane is also

• A) fully permeable to sodium ions.
• B) slightly permeable to sodium ions.
• C) fully permeable to calcium ions.
• D) impermeable to sodium ions.
• E) highly permeable to chloride ions.

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