You are working at a biotech company with cell membranes.  Y…

You are working at a biotech company with cell membranes.  You’ve embedded a pump in the cell membrane that moves one Magnesium ion (Mg2+) and two Ca2+ ions each time it pumps:  After 5 pumping cycles, will there be a membrane potential established?  Explain your answer.

As noted in the syllabus and per policy, the use of AI tools…

As noted in the syllabus and per policy, the use of AI tools is prohibited on this exam. Please note that the use of any AI tools constitutes academic dishonesty. In addition, outside resources (anything other than your textbook or videos provided by the instructor) are also prohibited and may not be used.  Please indicate that you have read and understand this statement that outside resources and AI tools are prohibited on this exam before continuing on this exam.