In sodium channels at the resting membrane potential, __________.

A. the activation gate is closed and the inactivation gate is open
B. the activation and inactivation gates are closed
C. the activation gate is open and the inactivation gate is closed
D. both gates are open


Answer: A. the activation gate is closed and the inactivation gate is open

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