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Glossary of Physiology Terms
There are 3 glossary search results for: hyperpolarization
Definition:
Refers to a change in the value of the membrane potential, where the membrane potential becomes more negative than the resting membrane potential.Related glossary terms/phrases:
DepolarizationRepolarization
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Resting Membrane Potential - IntroductionFigure showing depolarization, repolarization, and hyperpolarization
Definition:
Refers to the hyperpolarization phase of the action potential.It is also referred to as undershoot.
See figure.
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Important Features of the Neuronal Action PotentialDefinition:
Refers to the hyperpolarization phase of the action potential.It is also referred to as hyperpolarizing afterpotential.
See figure.
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Important Features of the Neuronal Action PotentialPosted: Sunday, March 31, 2013
Last updated: Friday, August 28, 2015
Last updated: Friday, August 28, 2015