The Resting Neuron

Question

The resting neuron
A) has a slight negative charge on the exterior
B) has a slight positive charge on the exterior
C) has an excess of sodium inside the cell
D) both a and c above

Accepted Answer

The resting neuron has a slight positive charge on the exterior due to the distribution of ions across its membrane, with more sodium ions outside the cell and more potassium ions inside.