You Have Discovered a Novel Cell That Has Leak Channels

question 74

Short Answer

You have discovered a novel cell that has leak channels for ions. Predict which ion will have the largest influence over the resting membrane potential.
a) Na⁺, relative permeability = 0.09
b) Ca ²⁺, relative permeability = 0.05
c) Mg ²⁺, relative permeability = 0.5
d) Cl^-, relative permeability = 0.3