The Na+/K+ ion pump is responsible for

A) diffusing chloride across the plasma membrane.
B) transferring messages from enzyme-linked receptors to the cell nucleus.
C) maintaining the sodium/potassium concentration gradients constant.
D) initiating action potentials.
E) amplifying signals using ATP.


Answer: C

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