Explain Baltes's Key Principles to Lifelong Development

question 34

Essay

Explain Baltes's key principles to lifelong development.

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Definitions:

Resting Membrane Potential

The electrical charge difference across the cellular membrane when a neuron or muscle cell is at rest, typically around -70 mV.

Afterpotential

The electrical changes that occur in a neuron immediately following an action potential, which can affect the neuron's ability to fire again.

Permeability

Permeability refers to the ability of a material or membrane to allow liquids or gases to pass through it.

Sodium-Potassium Pump

The sodium-potassium pump is a membrane-bound enzyme critical for cellular function, actively transporting sodium out of and potassium into cells, helping maintain cellular electrochemical gradients.