Chapter 44 - Neurons, Glia, and Nervous Systems - 44.2 - Neurons Generate and Transmit electric Signals - 44.2 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 949: 1

Resting membrane potential is maintained by changes in membrane permeability for potassium, sodium, calcium, and chloride ions. Once the membrane is polarized, a voltage is needed to establish the difference of potentials inside the cell and outside the cell. The sodium-potassium pump is responsible for maintaining the membrane potential.

Resting membrane potential is maintained by changes in membrane permeability for potassium, sodium, calcium, and chloride ions. Once the membrane is polarized, a voltage is needed to establish the difference of potentials inside the cell and outside the cell. The sodium-potassium pump is responsible for maintaining the membrane potential.