A muscle cell experiencing resting membrane potential is:

A) polarized.
B) propagating an action potential.
C) more negatively charged on its exterior than in its interior.
D) experiencing depolarization.


Answer: A

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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