Of all of the ions associated with generating the resting membrane potential, the permeability of the membrane to _ is the most important.
A)potassium ions
B)sodium ions
C)chloride ions
D)all of the above
E)none of the above

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The resting membrane potential is primarily determined by the permeability of the membrane to potassium ions, as they have the highest permeability compared to other ions, allowing them to move more freely across the membrane and influence the potential.

Of All of the Ions Associated with Generating the Resting