• Describe the concept of transport maximum (Tm). • Explain the membrane potential and the equilibrium potential. • What information does the Nernst Equation provide? What is the limitation inherent to the Nernst Potential?

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• Describe the concept of transport maximum (Tm). • Explain the membrane potential and the equilibrium potential. • What information does the Nernst Equation provide? What is the limitation inherent to the Nernst Potential?
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The term cell membrane or plasma membrane is associated with a protective layer enveloping the cells. This membrane plays an important role in regulating the flow of several substances of different sizes as well as properties in or out of the cell. The cell membrane can also be described as the semipermeable membrane that is comprised of lipid components or also knows as lipid bilayer.

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