MediumZoologyNeural Control & Coordination
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The ionic gradients across the resting membrane are maintained by the active transport of ions by the:
A
Sodium-potassium pump
B
Calcium pump
C
Simple diffusion
D
Osmosis
Explanation
The Na+/K+ pump transports 3 Na+ outwards for 2 K+ into the cell at the cost of one ATP molecule.
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