A resting neuron is considered active because the SOPI pump is continuously working to maintain the electrochemical gradient and resting potential, even though it's not actively transmitting signals.
A resting neuron is considered active because the SOPI pump is continuously working to maintain the electrochemical gradient and resting potential, even though it's not actively transmitting signals.
| Front | Explain why a neurone is active when it is said to be resting. |
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| Back | Active - actively using SOPI pump to maintain electrochemical gradient & resting potential, however they are not sending signals to CNS |
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