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Na+-K+ ATPase

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Q: What prevents the Na plus and K plus gradients from dissipating?
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What gradient moves Na plus into the cell during depolorization?

both the electrical and chemical gradients


Living cells maintain what by controlling materials that enter and leave?

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What concentration gradients are established and maintained by the sodium potassium exchange pumps?

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