How would I find the reversal potential for conductance

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Start date Oct 31, 2006
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Conductance Potential

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To find the reversal potential for conductance equally permeable to sodium and potassium, the Nernst equation can be applied using the concentrations of these ions inside and outside the cell. For a conductance equally permeable to sodium, potassium, and chloride, the reversal potential can be calculated by averaging the individual Nernst potentials for each ion, weighted by their conductance. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding ion concentrations and the Nernst equation in determining reversal potentials. Participants express uncertainty about the calculations and seek clarification on the methodology. Accurate calculations are crucial for understanding membrane potential dynamics in cellular physiology.

Oct 31, 2006

madbeemer

I know the following
ion/inside cell/outside cell
Cl- 5mM 150 mM
K+ 130mM 5mM
Na+ 20mM 140mM
Ca2+ 10^-4mM 2mM

How would I find the reversal potential for conductance equally permeable to sodium and potassium?
How do I find the reversal potential for a conductance equally permeable to sodium, potassium, and chlorine?

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Oct 31, 2006

madbeemer

Do you use nernst? lol Help please. Not sure how to go about this.

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