​When a Neuron Is at Rest, ____

question 48

Multiple Choice

​When a neuron is at rest, ____.

• A) ​the sodium and potassium gated channels are closed
• B) ​the sodium gated channels are closed and the potassium gated channels are open
• C) ​the sodium gated channels are open and the potassium gated channels are closed
• D) ​the sodium and potassium gated channels are open
• E) ​the sodium and potassium gated channels may be open or closed depending upon their location in the nervous system

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