Which of the following is true during the resting membrane potential?

A. Sodium ion concentration is greater inside cells.
B. Negatively charged proteins are more concentrated outside the cell.
C. A greater concentration of calcium ions is found inside the cell.
D. Potassium is concentrated primarily inside the cell.
E. None of these choices reflect what occurs during the resting membrane potential.


D

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