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Glossary of Physiology Terms
There are 3 glossary search results for: phase
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Refers to the rapid depolarization of the membrane early in the action potential. In neuronal, skeletal muscle, and cardiac muscle action potentials, the Hodgkin cycle is responsible for the spike phase of the action potential.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 undershoot.
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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.
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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