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What are the two elements needed for neural communication to happen? sodium and ions sodium and potassium potassium and electricity all are correct element pairings

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Sodium and Potassium are the answers you are looking for

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Answer;

Sodium and potassium ions

Explanation;

  • Sodium and potassium ions are important elements in the transmission of impulses in the neurons.
  • The resting potential of a neuron is negative when the membrane is at rest due to the accumulation of more sodium ions outside the cell than potassium ions inside the cell.
  • When potassium enters the cell, it stimulates a sodium-potassium exchange across the cell membrane. In the nerve cells, this exchange generates an electrical potential which allows the conduction of nerve impulses.
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