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hummingbird

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If the sodium ion concentration outside the cell increases, and the CFTR channel is open, in what direction will chloride ions and water move across the cell membrane?
A) Chloride ions will move out of the cell, and water will move into the cell.
B) Both chloride ions and water will move out of the cell.
C) Chloride ions will move into the cell, and water will move out of the cell.
D) Both chloride ions and water will move into the cell.
E) The movement of chloride ions and water molecules will not be affected by changes in sodium ion concentration outside the cell.



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I know the answer to this :D, it's B. Don't forget to give me a thumbs up!



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