Lecture 3 Flashcards

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What is the diffusion potential?

A

A diffusion potential is caused by an ion concentration difference on either side of a membrane.

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What are the assumptions of the Nernst Equation?

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  1. Equation can only be used for one ion at a time.
  2. Membrane must be completely permeable to that ion
  3. Ion must be at equilibrium
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