Question 1
What kind of gradient do ions move along during passive transport?
Question 2
What allows for rapid ion movement across cell membranes?
Question 3
What is a characteristic feature of proteins involved in active transport?
Question 4
Which ions are primarily involved in establishing resting membrane potential in neurons?
Question 5
Through which structure do sodium ions move during passive transport?
Question 6
What movement occurs through potassium channels during passive transport?
Question 7
Which ion is primarily moved into the cell by the sodium-potassium pump?
Question 8
What ensures that ion concentrations are reset after ion movement across the membrane?
Question 9
What causes the movement of ions in passive transport to stop?
Question 10
What is the primary difference between passive and active transport of ions across cell membranes?
Question 11
What is the role of ATP in active transport?
Question 12
How does the sodium-potassium pump contribute to the neuron's ability to transmit signals?
Question 13
In the context of neurons, why is the coordination of ion channels and ion pumps important?
Question 14
Which type of ion movement utilizes proteins in the membrane acting as channels?
Question 15
How do sodium ions move during active transport?