The distribution of Na⁺ and K⁺ between intracellular and extracellular compartments is ________. A) K⁺ mainly intracellular; Na⁺ mainly in extracellular B) Na⁺ mainly intracellular; K⁺ mainly in extracellular C) little of either intracellular but large amounts of both extracellular D) equal amounts of both ions, in both intracellular and extracellular fluids E) None of the choices are correct.

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Potassium (K+) is the main cation inside cells, while Sodium (Na+) is the main cation in the extracellular fluid. This distribution is crucial for various physiological processes, including the generation of action potentials in neurons.

The Distribution of Na+ and K+ Between Intracellular and Extracellular

The Distribution of Na⁺ and K⁺ Between Intracellular and Extracellular