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When a nerve cell depolarizes, charge is transferred across the cell membrane, changing the potential difference. For a typical nerve cell, 9.0 pC of charge flows in a time of 0.50 ms. Part A What is the average current

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Answer:

1.8 x 10^-8A

Step-by-step explanation:

Using the equation for current:

I= Q/t

current = (9X10^-12)/ (0.50X 10^-3)

= 1.8^-8A

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