When a neuron is in resting state I not conducting any impulse, the axonal membrane is:

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When a neuron is in resting state I not conducting any impulse, the axonal membrane is:

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(a) comparatively more permeable to Na⁺ ions and nearly impermeable to K⁺ ions
(b) equally permeable to both Na⁺ and K⁺ ions
(c) impermeable to both Na⁺ and K⁺ ions
(d) comparatively more permeable to K⁺ ions and nearly impermeable to Na⁺ ions

Correct Answer:

comparatively more permeable to K⁺ ions and nearly impermeable to Na⁺ ions

Explanation:

When a neurone is in resting state i.e., not conducting any impulse, the axonal membrane is comparatively more permeable to K⁺ ion and nearly impermeable of Na⁺ ions.

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Topics: Locomotion and Neural Control (33)
Subject: Biology (4253)

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