A neuron is poisoned with a chemical, which is an inhibitor of the Na+-K+ ATPase. Explain...

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A neuron is poisoned with a chemical, which is an inhibitor ofthe Na+-K+ ATPase. Explain what would happento the resting membrane potential (RMP) of the cell (will itdepolarize, hyperpolarize or remain the same). In your answer,

a.)identify the threefactors that determine RMP in a neuron,

b.) identify whether each factor causes membrane potential to bemore or less negative, and

c.) explain whether or not the chemical would affect eachfactor.

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Na K pump is responsible for influx of 2 potassium into the cell and efflux of three sodium out of the cell so as to maintain chemical gradient across the cell This increase Na concentration outside the cell and K concentration    See Answer
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