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Resting membrane potential of nerve fiber is_______________?

Correct answer: A. -70 mv

  • A. -70 mv
  • B. -90 mv
  • C. -55 mv
  • D. + 35 mv

Explanation

A typical nerve fibre has a resting membrane potential of about −70 mV, maintained mainly by potassium leak and the sodium-potassium pump. Skeletal muscle fibres are closer to −90 mV.

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