The Negative Charge Established Along a Nerve Cell Membrane Is

question 72

Multiple Choice

The negative charge established along a nerve cell membrane is due to

• A) movement of Na⁺ into the cell.
• B) movement of proteins out of the cell.
• C) higher permeability of K⁺ relative to Na⁺.
• D) intracellular protein anions.
• E) both (c) and (d).

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Income Effect

The change in an individual's consumption resulting from a change in their real income, affecting their purchasing power.

Normal Good

A type of good for which demand increases as the income of individuals or the economy grows.

Substitution Effect

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Income Effect

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