The sum of the electrical and chemical forces acting on an ion is known as its ________ gradient.

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The electrical force is represented by the ion's charge and the potential difference across the membrane, while the chemical force is determined by the ion's concentration gradient. Therefore, the sum of these two forces is known as the electrochemical gradient. Choices A, B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately describe the combination of electrical and chemical forces.

The Sum of the Electrical and Chemical Forces Acting on an Ion