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Interpretation:
The equilibrium potentials of two ions at the given temperature needs to be determined.
Concept introduction:
The equilibrium potential of two ions is calculated as
Here,
Answer to Problem 5P
The equilibrium potential of calcium ions is
The equilibrium potential of chloride ions is
Explanation of Solution
Given Information:
Intracellular concentration of chloride ion,
Extracellular concentration of chloride ion,
Intracellular concentration of calcium ion,
Extracellular concentration of chloride ion,
Temperature, T = 35ºC
Calculation:
The equilibrium potential of chloride ions is calculated by
Here,
The equilibrium potential of calcium ions is calculated by
Here,
The equilibrium potential of calcium ions is
The equilibrium potential of chloride ions is
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