The plasma membrane Na+/K+-ATPase pump

A. is a symporter.
B. is used to generate sodium and potassium gradients across the membrane.
C. does not require ATP.
D. is a pump for facilitated diffusion of K+ into the cell and Na+ out of the cell.
E. is a pump for active transport of K+ out of the cell and Na+ into the cell.


Answer: B

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