The Nernst Equation Specifies the Equilibrium Potential for a Particular

question 17

Multiple Choice

The Nernst equation specifies the equilibrium potential for a particular ion. This equilibrium potential is a function of ________.

• A) hydrostatic pressure
• B) the ion concentration gradient
• C) the osmotic gradient
• D) the temperature (thermal) gradient

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Definitions:

CT

Computed Tomography, an imaging procedure that uses special x-ray equipment to create detailed pictures, or scans, of areas inside the body.

AP

stands for Anteroposterior, a term used in radiology to describe the direction of an X-ray beam from front to back.

Positron Emission Tomography

A nuclear medicine functional imaging technique used to observe metabolic processes in the body as an aid to the diagnosis of disease.

Orally

Pertaining to the mouth; a mode of medication administration or verbal communication.