Consider the following statements: 1. Even when a nerve cell is not conducting an impulse, it is actively transporting K+ and Na+ ions in and out respectively against their concentration gradients at the expense of energy 2. As a consequence of the operation of the Na- K pump, there is a concentration gradient for Na+ and K+ ions. 3. As a result, K+ diffuse out of the cell, and Na+ ions into the cell. 4. Eventually, there is difference in charge on either said of the membrane, positive inside and negative outside. Which of the above statements is/are untrue? (a) 1 only (b) 1, 2, 4 (c) 2, 4 (d) 4 only

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