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Jake is studying how nerve cells function in his biology class. His teacher explains that nerve cells rely on a specific mechanism to send impulses throughout the body. Jake learns that without the Na+/K+ pumps, neurons would not be able to transmit these signals, which are crucial for everything from muscle movement to sensory perception. Jake is curious about how these pumps work to keep nerve cells functioning properly and maintain homeostasis. Based on what Jake has learned, which of the following correctly describe how the Na+/K+ pump works to maintain homeostasis in nerve cells? Select TWO that apply.
The Na+/K+ pump helps maintain the resting membrane potential by keeping more sodium ions inside the cell than
The Na+/K+ pump operates by passive transport, requiring no energy to function
Select all correct options
The Na+/K+ pump is a type of osmosis and moves potassium ions (K+) out of the cell and sodium ions
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The Na+/K+ pump operates by active transport and uses special transport proteins
The Na+/K+ pump uses energy from ATP to move ions against their concentration