AIIMS2002Zoology-Neurophysiology
AIIMS 2002 Zoology Resting Potential Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Assertion : The imbalance in the concentration of Na⁺, K⁺ and proteins generates the resting potential.
Reason : To maintain the unequal distribution of Na⁺ and K⁺, the neurons use electrical energy.
A
If both the assertion and reason are true and reason is a correct explanation of the assertion.
B
If both the assertion and reason are true but reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion.
C
If the assertion is true but reason is false.
D
If both the assertion and reason are false.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
To maintain the unequal distribution of Na+ and K+ ion, the neuron uses chemical energy.
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