Voltage gated ion channels are regulated by means of
Water movement across membrane
Regular voltage is needed to open channels
Change in membrane potential leads to opening and closing of voltage gated ion channels.
Simple diffusion of ions
Channel proteins -
Tunnel shaped that acts as gate which can open and close
- wherein
Two types:
1. Ion channels - voltage gated, mechanical and ligand gated.
2. Porins - Large protein pores