When a neuron is in the resting potential state, the neuron is negatively charged on the __________ and positively charged on the __________.
A) inside, outside
B) outside, inside
C) top, bottom
D) bottom, top

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When a neuron is at rest, it has a negative charge on the inside relative to the outside due to an unequal distribution of ions (especially sodium, potassium, and chloride) across its membrane. The inside of the neuron is negative, and the outside is positive.

When a Neuron Is in the Resting Potential State, the Neuron