Question

which of the following statements about the resting membrane potential is true? multiple choice the exterior of the cell has a net negative charge, and the interior has a net positive charge. the exterior of the cell has a net negative charge, and the interior is neutral. the exterior of the cell has a net positive charge, and the interior has a net negative charge. the exterior of the cell has a net positive charge, and the interior is neutral. the exterior of the cell is neutral, and the interior has a net negative charge.

Explanation:

At resting membrane potential, due to the distribution of ions such as sodium, potassium and large anionic proteins, the outside of the cell has a net positive charge and the inside has a net negative charge. This is mainly because there are more sodium ions outside the cell and more potassium ions and anionic proteins inside the cell.

Answer:

The exterior of the cell has a net positive charge, and the interior has a net negative charge.