Read the assertion and reson carefully to mark the correct option out of the options given below:
Assertion : The imbalance in concentration of `Na^(+)`, `K^(+)` and proteins generates resting potential.
Reason : To maintain the unequal distribution of `Na^(+)` & `K^(+)`, the neurons use electrical energy.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and the reason are true but the reason is a not correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

C

Explanation

To maintain the unequal distribution of `Na^(+)` and `K^(+)` ion, the nerves uses chemical energy form of ATP to actively transport `Na^(+)` ion out of cell and more `K^(+)` inside the cell.