Based on the Electrical Gradient, Positively Charged Potassium Ions (K⁺)

question 19

Multiple Choice

Based on the electrical gradient, positively charged potassium ions (K⁺) would be ________.

• A) Forced out of the neuron into the extracellular space.
• B) Neither moved in nor out of neurons (potassium ions would be at equilibrium).
• C) Drawn into the intracellular space of the neuron.
• D) Converted into sodium using adenosine triphosphate (ATP) as an energy source.

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