On which side of the neuronal membrane are Na ions more abundant?

SouravSeptember 23, 2024

Answer

Sodium ions (Na⁺) are more abundant on the outside of the neuronal membrane. This concentration gradient is crucial for establishing the resting membrane potential, as it contributes to the overall electrical and chemical gradients that neurons use for signaling.

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