In Figure 25.21 the researchers measured a clam's ability to burrow as an indicator of paralysis due to inhibition of a Na+ transporter by saxitoxin.Which of the following would occur in sensitive clam cells that have been exposed to saxitoxin?
A) Na+ ions would no longer be able to leave a neuron by facilitated diffusion
B) Na+ ions would no longer be able to leave a neuron by active transport
C) Na+ ions would no longer be able to enter a neuron by active transport
D) Na+ ions would no longer be able to enter a neuron by facilitated diffusion
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