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Why blocking Sodium channels have a greater effect on action potential than blocking Both Na and K?
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6 years ago Edited: 6 years ago, bio_man
It has to do with the ratio, I believe. The ratio is 3 sodium ions entering the neuron to 2 potassium that leave the cell. During an action potential, sodium ions rush into the cell while potassium rush out 3:2.
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