Which of the following statements is NOT true concerning the resting membrane potential?
A) The membrane is relatively more permeable to potassium ions than to sodium ions.
B) Potassium ions are constantly moving out of the cell down their concentration gradient.
C) Sodium ions are in relatively higher concentration inside the cell than outside.
D) The membrane is relatively permeable to chloride ions.
Answer: C) Sodium ions are in relatively higher concentration inside the cell than outside.
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