Asked by Siddharth Subramanian on Sep 28, 2024

When an individual neuron is at rest,two ions are critical in creating and maintaining the neuron at rest.What are these ions

A)  potassium and sodium
B)  sodium and chloride 
C)  chloride and potassium
D)  sodium and oxygen

Potassium and Sodium

Essential electrolytes in the human body that regulate nerve and muscle function, hydration, blood pressure, and the body's pH balance.

Neuron

A cell in the nervous system that transmits information through electrical and chemical signals, forming the basic building block of the brain and nervous system.

Resting

Being in a state of relaxation or inactivity, where one is not engaged in physical work or mental effort.

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