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membrane potential Flashcards

1
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what is the equilibrium potential?

A

the voltage where net ion flux is zero so there is no diffusion occurring

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what do you use to calculate equilibrium potential?

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the Nernst Equation

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What is the Nernst Equation?

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Eion= 61log10 x [ion outisde]/ [ion inside]

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What is the equilibrium potential of potassium.(Ek)?

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-90mV

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What is the equilibrium potential of sodium (Ena)?

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+30mV

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What do you use to calculate membrane potential?

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Goldman-Hodgkin-Kats equation

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