When an axon is at rest, the concentration of ions on either side of the membrane are different. Which of the following is correct about the concentrations of ions on either side of the membrane?
A.
There is an excess of potassium ions inside the axon and an excess of sodium ions outside
B.
The inside of the axon becomes positively charged while the outside is negatively charged
C.
There is an excess of sodium ions on the inner side of the axon
D.
Chloride and potassium ions begin to move acrossthe membrane
E.
Calcium ions accumulate on the upper side of the axon
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
No official explanation is available for this question at this time. Please check contributions posted by others below. If you can provide an explanation to help other student learn, please click here
Contributions ({{ comment_count }})
Please wait...
Modal title
Report
Block User
{{ feedback_modal_data.title }}