The difference in the flow rates of sodium and potassium ions across the cell membrane leads to
A) a slightly higher concentration of negatively charged ions inside the cell.
B) a negatively charged action potential.
C) a slightly lower concentration of negatively charged ions inside the cell.
D) both a negatively charged action potential and a slightly lower concentration of negatively charged ions inside the cell.

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The difference in flow rates of sodium and potassium ions results in more positive ions leaving the cell than entering, leading to a higher concentration of negatively charged ions inside the cell.

The Difference in the Flow Rates of Sodium and Potassium