Nervous system/overview of neurons/Channels/membrane potential/effect on diffusion
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| The electric force of the negative intracellular membrane potential moves potassium (K+) from outside to inside of the cell. |
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When the potassium channels open and potassium ions diffuse OUT of the cell, the intracellular potential becomes negative. Due to this negative potential , some of the diffused ions are pulled back into the cell.
Challenge Quiz
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The electric force of the negative intracellular membrane potential moves potassium (K+) from outside to inside. from inside to outside of the cell.
When the potassium (K+) channel is open, the diffusion continues until there is no difference in concentration between inside and outside the cell. true.false