Which of the following statements is false?

A) A neuron cell membrane is very permeable to K+.
B) Na+ is 40 times as concentrated in the ICF as in the ECF.
C) The Na+/K+ pump removes 3 Na+ from the cell for every 2 K+ it pumps into the cell.
D) The unequal distribution of ions across the cell membrane produces the membrane potential.


Ans: B) Na+ is 40 times as concentrated in the ICF as in the ECF.

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