In the context of the neural impulse,which of the following is the status of the charges on each side of the cell membrane during the stage of resting potential?
A)A negative charge on the outside of the cell membrane and a positive charge on the inside
B)A negative charge on the inside of the cell membrane and a positive charge on the outside
C)A negative charge on both the outside and the inside of the cell membrane
D)A positive charge on both the outside and the inside of the cell membrane

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During the stage of resting potential, there is a higher concentration of negatively charged ions (such as chloride ions) outside the cell membrane and a higher concentration of positively charged ions (such as potassium ions) inside the cell membrane, creating a potential difference across the membrane. This results in a negative charge on the inside of the membrane and a positive charge on the outside, making B the correct answer.

In the Context of the Neural Impulse,which of the Following