Larger K+ (ionic radius: 1.3 Å) can selectively permeate larger Na + (ionic radius: 1.0 Å) through biological potassium ion channels, with selectivity ratios greater than 1000-fold. Scientists have ...
(Nanowerk Spotlight) Biological potassium channels are marvels of selective permeability, allowing rapid transport of potassium ions (ionic radius of 1.3 Å) while blocking the smaller sodium ions (1.0 ...