The potential across a cell membrane has changed drastically, from -90 mV to +30 mV. In other words,

A. there is no relative charge difference between the inside and the outside of the cell.
B. the resting membrane potential has been established.
C. there is a positive charge on the inside of the cell, relative to the outside.
D. there is a negative charge on the inside of the cell, relative to the outside.


Answer: C

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