Which of the Following Is Not Involved in Creating the Resting

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not involved in creating the resting membrane potential of a neuron?

• A) diffusion of potassium ions out of the cell
• B) diffusion of sodium ions into the cell
• C) membrane permeability for sodium ions greater than potassium ions
• D) membrane permeability for potassium ions greater than sodium ions
• E) The interior of the plasma membrane has an excess of negative charges.

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