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The charge that exists across the nerve cell membrane is result of differing:

Correct answer: D. concentrations of ions on either side of the nerve cell membrane

  • A. amounts of DNA and RNA
  • B. types of neurotransmitters on either side of the nerve cell membrane
  • C. types of neurons inside and outside the nerve cell membrane.
  • D. concentrations of ions on either side of the nerve cell membrane

Explanation

The resting charge across a neuron’s membrane arises because ions such as sodium and potassium are unevenly concentrated inside and outside the cell. DNA, neurotransmitter types, and neuron types do not create this membrane potential.

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