The Resting Membrane Potential Provides a Means for a Neuron

question 77

Multiple Choice

The resting membrane potential provides a means for a neuron to respond to a stimulus.To maintain the resting potential, neurons rely on ion transporters such as

• A) leak channels.
• B) passive sodium channels.
• C) the sodium−potassium pump.
• D) ATP.
• E) diffusion channels.

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