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PHYSL 372 - Systems Neuroscience > 2 - Neuronal Excitability > Flashcards

2 - Neuronal Excitability Flashcards

1
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What is Nernst Equation

A

Eion=RT/zF x log [ion]e/[ion]i

RT/zF = 60

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Why is Vm close to Ek in glial cells?

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Glial cells have very high resting gK (potassium conductance)

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Vm determined by greatest _______

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Vm determined by greatest actual conductance

An increase in conductance (gion) shifts Vm towards Eion

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