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The function of "Sodium pump" is a biological process operating in each and every cell of all animals. Which of the following biologically important ions is also a constituent of this pump ?

  • Option 1)

    K+

  • Option 2)

    Fe2+

  • Option 3)

    Ca2+

  • Option 4)

    Mg2+

 

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As we discussed in the concept ID

Sodium-Potassium Pump -

An ATPase which operates across the plasma membrane and allows the exchange of Kand Na against the concentrated gradients.

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 An AT Pase which operates across the plasma membrane and allows the exchange of K^{+} and\: Na^{+} against the concentration gradients


Option 1)

K+

This option is correct

Option 2)

Fe2+

This option is incorrect

Option 3)

Ca2+

This option is incorrect

Option 4)

Mg2+

This option is incorrect

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