Question
The cell membrane's resting potential is maintained by the fact that there are ____ K+ leak channels than Na+ leak channels
Answer
The cell membrane's resting potential is maintained by the fact that there are more K+ leak channels than Na+ leak channels
This means more K+ will leave the cell compared to the amount of Na+ entering. Thereby allowing the cell to maintain a negative charge inside.Khan Academy Link
Keep this card coming back until it sticks
Sign up free and spaced repetition will bring MilesDown: Biology cards back right before you forget them.
Continue studying — sign up free