Would an action potential be possible without the presence of proteins? Explain your response.


A. Yes, the action potential would be possible since the Na+ being hydrophobic can enter the neuron through the phospholipid bilayer.


B. No, the action potential would not be possible since Na+ being hydrophilic would not be able to move across the plasma membrane.


C. No, the action potential would not be possible since Na+ being hydrophilic would not be able to move across the plasma membrane unless ATP was available