AMU Medical AMU Solved Paper-2007

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    Resting potential of a nerve is

    A)  +70 millivolt                      

    B)  +30 millivolt

    C)  -30 millivolt                       

    D)  -70 millivolt

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

                     The resting potential of a nerve is -70 millivolt from inside to outside. This potential te generated mainly due to \[N{{a}^{+}}-{{K}^{+}}\] pump and the relative impermeability of a resting nerve to Na4 ions. Hence, more positive charge is accumulated outside the nerve than inside and results in the generation of the above mentioned potential.


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