Fundamentals of Biochemistry: Life at the Molecular Level 5th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1118918401
ISBN 13: 978-1-11891-840-1

Chapter 10 - Membrane Transport - Exercises - Page 319: 11

Answer

A chanel will always assist the movement of K+ and Na+ ions by providing a open pore across the membrane. Threfore, the movement of Na+ and K+ becomes easier. While, the movement of K+ and Na+ ions through the pumps requires a carrier. These carriers requires ATP for doing their work. Therefore, movement becomes ATP dependent. Hence, movement of Na+ and K+ slow down in the pumps.

Work Step by Step

A chanel will always assist the movement of K+ and Na+ ions by providing a open pore across the membrane. Threfore, the movement of Na+ and K+ becomes easier. While, the movement of K+ and Na+ ions through the pumps requires a carrier. These carriers requires ATP for doing their work. Therefore, movement becomes ATP dependent. Hence, movement of Na+ and K+ slow down in the pumps.
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