The resting membrane potential is approximately
- A. +70 mV
- B. -70 mV
- C. 0 mV
- D. -90 mV
Explanation
The resting membrane potential is about -70 mV (inside negative relative to outside), maintained by Na+/K+ pump and K+ leak channels.
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