Chapter 10: Q7CP (page 309)
Explain how and why ion channels are gated.
Short Answer
Ion channels are gated to open and close transiently to allow a certain number of ions to pass through them in response to a stimulus.
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Chapter 10: Q7CP (page 309)
Explain how and why ion channels are gated.
Ion channels are gated to open and close transiently to allow a certain number of ions to pass through them in response to a stimulus.
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