If you were using electrodes and chemical tests to find a resting neuron,you would look for a neuron in which
A) active transport is not occurring.
B) sodium ions are more concentrated inside the cell than outside.
C) very little metabolism is taking place.
D) the inside of a neuron is positively charged as compared to the outside.
E) potassium ions are more concentrated inside the cell than outside.

Question

If you were using electrodes and chemical tests to find a resting neuron,you would look for a neuron in which 
A) active transport is not occurring.
B) sodium ions are more concentrated inside the cell than outside.
C) very little metabolism is taking place.
D) the inside of a neuron is positively charged as compared to the outside.
E) potassium ions are more concentrated inside the cell than outside.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Resting neurons have not yet released potassium during an action potential.

If You Were Using Electrodes and Chemical Tests to Find