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When a neuron is an resting state i.e not conducting any impulse the axonal membrane is:

  • Option 1)

    comparatively more permeable to Na^{+}  ions  and nearly impermeable to K^{+} ions

  • Option 2)

    equally permeable to both Na^{+} and K^{+} ions.

  • Option 3)

    impermeable to both Na ^{+} and K^{+} ions

  • Option 4)

    comparatively more permeable to K^{+} ions and nearly impermeable to Na^{+} ions

 

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Resting potential -

The electrical potential difference across the resting plasma membrane is called as the resting potential.

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 During resting potential axonal membrane is more permeable to K+ and nearly impermeable to Na+


Option 1)

comparatively more permeable to Na^{+}  ions  and nearly impermeable to K^{+} ions

Incorrect

Option 2)

equally permeable to both Na^{+} and K^{+} ions.

Incorrect

Option 3)

impermeable to both Na ^{+} and K^{+} ions

Incorrect

Option 4)

comparatively more permeable to K^{+} ions and nearly impermeable to Na^{+} ions

Correct

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