The Amoeba Sisters: Sodium-Potassium Pump
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The sodium-potassium pump is found in cellular membranes, where it is in charge of generating a gradient of ions. It continually pumps sodium ions out of the cell and potassium ions into the cell. The process is powered by ATP. Part of "The Amoeba Sisters" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 8 minutes 5 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Biology, Cells, Physiology
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: Amoeba Sisters
- Series: The Amoeba Sisters
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