Assuming [Cl‑]o = 150 mM and [Cl‑]i = 8 mM.

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The discussion revolves around calculating the Nernst equation for chloride ions, with extracellular concentration [Cl‑]o at 150 mM and intracellular concentration [Cl‑]i at 8 mM. The user initially calculated a value of -65 mV but expressed confusion about the negative result, questioning if it should be positive since z is considered as 1. Other participants pointed out errors in the user's calculation process, specifically in the third and eleventh steps. They emphasized the need for a clearer explanation of the problem to provide effective assistance. Overall, the conversation highlights the complexities of applying the Nernst equation for ions with negative charges.
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assuming [Cl‑]o = 150 mM and [Cl‑]i = 8 mM. because Cl‑ ions are negatively charged, there’s a change to the Nernst equation - z is now ‑1
i got -65mv but this doesn't look right am where am i going wrong suddnt it be a plus value
as z is 1



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You're making mistakes in the third and eleventh steps.

Cryptic?

So is your description of your problem. You need to be a lot more thorough to get any meaningful help.
 
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