The most crucial factor determining the resting potential of a neuron is the diffusion of

A. sodium out of the cell through leak channels.
B. potassium into the cell through gated channels.
C. sodium into the cell through gated channels.
D. potassium out of the cell through leak channels.


Answer: D

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