The Neuron Transport Proteins That Maintain the Resting Membrane Potential

question 97

Multiple Choice

The neuron transport proteins that maintain the resting membrane potential are ____.  

• A) sodium-phosphorus passive transporters
• B) sodium-potassium pumps
• C) sodium-chlorine gated channels
• D) phosphorus-calcium pumps
• E) phosphorus-chlorine gated channels

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