Question

A given intensity of injected current will produced a larger potential change in a small cell...

  1. A given intensity of injected current will produced a larger potential change in a small cell than in a large cell having similar membrane characteristics. Why?
0 0
Add a comment Improve this question Transcribed image text
Answer #1

Here, potential change depends on diffusibility of ion currents in the cell. Diffusion is a function of distance , more distance will cause slow diffusion therefore , a small cell will will have less diffusion of ion currents so a large potential change will occur than a large cell. A large due to large surface area and volume cause the ionic current to inhibit it's effect as it move farther from site of ion currents generation. Ions will diffuse as they travel long distance so there will be a small potential change.

Add a comment
Know the answer?
Add Answer to:
A given intensity of injected current will produced a larger potential change in a small cell...
Your Answer:

Post as a guest

Your Name:

What's your source?

Earn Coins

Coins can be redeemed for fabulous gifts.

Not the answer you're looking for? Ask your own homework help question. Our experts will answer your question WITHIN MINUTES for Free.
Similar Homework Help Questions
ADVERTISEMENT
Free Homework Help App
Download From Google Play
Scan Your Homework
to Get Instant Free Answers
Need Online Homework Help?
Ask a Question
Get Answers For Free
Most questions answered within 3 hours.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT