Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System

Ions - Sodium and Potassium

Anatomy & Physiology

11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System

Ions - Sodium and Potassium

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Multiple Choice

What is the source of energy used to power the sodium-potassium pump?

ATP

GTP

Glucose

NADH

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Understand the function of the sodium-potassium pump: It is a type of active transport mechanism that moves sodium (Na+) ions out of the cell and potassium (K+) ions into the cell against their concentration gradients.

Recognize that active transport requires energy because it moves ions against their concentration gradients, which is not a spontaneous process.

Identify the common energy currency of the cell: Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the primary molecule used by cells to store and transfer energy.

Consider the role of ATP in cellular processes: ATP provides energy by releasing a phosphate group, which is a process known as hydrolysis, resulting in the formation of adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and an inorganic phosphate.

Conclude that the sodium-potassium pump uses the energy released from the hydrolysis of ATP to change its conformation and transport Na+ and K+ ions across the cell membrane.