L8 Voltage gated channels Flashcards
1
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what is resting membrane potential the result of?
A
different permeabilities of different ions
2
Q
what is equilibrium potential, in terms of membrane potential?
A
the membrane potential when a particular ion is in ‘dynamic equilibrium’
3
Q
what is the membrane potential and what changes it?
A
the difference in voltage between the inside and outside of the membrane. certain channels and pores being open and closed change the membrane potential.
4
Q
what is the resting potential?
A
when cell is at rest and there are no inputs and outputs from the cells
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