The Plasma Membrane of a Neuron Is More Permeable to Potassium

question 63

Multiple Choice

The plasma membrane of a neuron is more permeable to potassium ions because

• A)of its positive electrical charge.
• B)there are more leak ion channels for K+ than Na+.
• C)protein molecules cannot exit through the cell membrane.
• D)calcium ions block Na+ and Cl- channels.
• E)there are more leak ion channels for Na+ than K+.

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