Chapter 44 - Neurons, Glia, and Nervous Systems - 44.2 - Neurons Generate and Transmit electric Signals - 44.2 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 949: 2

The Nernst equation outlines the relationship that is used to determine reaction equilibrium constants and concentration potentials. Used in terms of determining resting potentials, calculation demonstrates that it is not equivalent to the measured resting potential as a result of the non-constant net charge of the membrane.

The Nernst equation outlines the relationship that is used to determine reaction equilibrium constants and concentration potentials. Used in terms of determining resting potentials, calculation demonstrates that it is not equivalent to the measured resting potential as a result of the non-constant net charge of the membrane.