Understanding Neurons and Ion Channels within the Brain

Neuron transmission throughout the body is essential in ensuring the stability of a human being. When neurons are not flowing properly there is an increased risk of disease and instability within the body. Ions within neurons also tend to move against membrane potentials, the difference between inside and outside electrical charges of a cell. When Na+ and K+ ions move through respective channels, the balance of membrane potentials is dramatically changed as well as the effect these ions have on the charge of inside and outside of the cell.
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