MCQ
Potential difference across resting membrane is negative. This is due to differential distribution of the following ions
  • $Na ^{+}$and $K ^{+}$
  • B
    $CO _3{ }^{+}$and $Cl ^{-}$
  • C
    $Ca ^{++}$and $Mg ^{++}$
  • D
    $Ca ^{++}$and $Cl ^{-}$

Answer

Correct option: A.
$Na ^{+}$and $K ^{+}$
(A) $Na ^{+}$and $K ^{+}$
Potential difference across resting membrane is negative. This is due to differential distribution of $Na ^{+}$ and $K ^{+}$

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