Which of the following describes the distribution of sodium and potassium between cells and body fluids?
A) little of either in the cells, but large amounts of each in the body fluids
B) Na+ mainly in the cells, K+ in the body fluids
C) K+ mainly in the cells, Na+ in the body fluids
D) equal amounts of each ion in the cells and body fluids

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Sodium (Na+) is primarily found in the extracellular fluid, while potassium (K+) is mainly found inside the cells. This distribution is crucial for maintaining cellular function and the resting membrane potential.

Which of the Following Describes the Distribution of Sodium and Potassium