Of the Gradients Listed Below, Which Is the MOST Accurate

question 123

Multiple Choice

Of the gradients listed below, which is the MOST accurate description of the force that ultimately determines the movement of ions across the membrane?

• A)chemical gradient
• B)electrical gradient
• C)potential gradient
• D)concentration gradient
• E)electrochemical gradient

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