Suppose you were trying to find a substitute for Na+ for some application. Where would you begin your search? What ions are most like Na+? For each ion you propose, explain the ways in which it is similar to Na+ and the ways it is different. Use periodic trends in your discussion.

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Q: Suppose you were trying to find a substitute for Na+ in nerve signal transmission. Where would you…

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