Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)

8th Edition

ISBN: 9780134042435

Author: Michael D. Johnson

Publisher: PEARSON

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Describe the activity of the sodium-potassium pump and indicate its importance to the cell.

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Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)

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