Dr. Delillo studies the resting potential of neurons. He has found that _______ is the main reason the neuron is able to maintain the resting potential.
A. the size difference between the axon and dendrites
B. the sodium-potassium pump
C. the concentration gradient
D. the refractory period of the membrane
Answer: B
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