Concentration given in (mEq/L) Extracellular Intracellular Valence Ion (s) Sodium 150 15 1 (Na) Potassium (K+) 5 150 1 2
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Concentration given in (mEq/L) Extracellular Intracellular Valence Ion (s) Sodium 150 15 1 (Na) Potassium (K+) 5 150 1 2.1 Briefly discuss the regulation of Nat and K+ ion gradients in a normal nerve fibre. 2.2 Using the information given in the above table, determine the equilibrium potential for both Nat and K+ ions. 2.3 Determine the ratio of sodium and potassium ions. 2.4 If the extracellular concentration of Nat decreases to 145 mEq/L. What would be the equilibrium concentration of Nat? Motivate your answer with the necessary calculations. (5) (1) (2)