Definition for Difference between revisions of "Depolarization"
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| − | The change in the membrane potential that occurs when the cell becomes less polarized, that is, less negative relative to the surrounding fluid. | + | The change in the membrane potential that occurs when the cell becomes less polarized, that is, less negative relative to the surrounding fluid. |
| − | '''See also:''' [[ | + | reversal of membrane potential due to influx of sodium ions. |
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| + | '''See also:''' [[Depolarize]] | ||
Latest revision as of 20:30, 25 February 2013
The change in the membrane potential that occurs when the cell becomes less polarized, that is, less negative relative to the surrounding fluid.
reversal of membrane potential due to influx of sodium ions.
See also: Depolarize