In reference to the cell, which of the following statements is TRUE about Ca", Na*, and K* concentrations at rest? Select one: O a. Ca?* and Na* concentrations are higher in the intracellular space O b. Na* and K* concentrations are lower in the extracellular space O c. Na* and Ca* concentrations are higher in the extracellular space O d. K* concentrations are lower in the intracellular space

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In reference to the cell, which of the following statements is TRUE about Ca,
Na*, and K* concentrations at rest?
Select one:
O a. Ca2* and Na* concentrations are higher in the intracellular space
O b. Na* and K* concentrations are lower in the extracellular space
O c. Na* and Ca²* concentrations are higher in the extracellular space
O d. K* concentrations are lower in the intracellular space
Transcribed Image Text:In reference to the cell, which of the following statements is TRUE about Ca, Na*, and K* concentrations at rest? Select one: O a. Ca2* and Na* concentrations are higher in the intracellular space O b. Na* and K* concentrations are lower in the extracellular space O c. Na* and Ca²* concentrations are higher in the extracellular space O d. K* concentrations are lower in the intracellular space
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Cell is the basic, structural and functional unit of life. 

When there are not found any action potential on the cell, then this state is known as resting stage. 

When there are found action potential on the cell, then the cell is found in depolarised or active state. 

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