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 rest, the cell membrane has a resting membrane potential. Due to the distribution of ions (such as more \(K^{+}\) inside and more \(Na^{+}\) outside, along with large anionic proteins inside), the exterior of the cell has a net positive charge and the interior has a net negative charge.

Answer:

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