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Maslowich
2 years ago
12

What is the purpose of having leak and gated channels for the neuron?

Biology
1 answer:
professor190 [17]2 years ago
6 0

Answer:

The leak channels allow Na+ and K+ to move across the cell membrane down their gradients (from a high concentration toward a lower concentration). With the combined ion pumping and leakage of ions, the cell can maintain a stable resting membrane potential.

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