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depolarize, depolarise [diːˈpəʊləˌraɪz] vb
(Physics / General Physics) to undergo or cause to undergo a loss of polarity or polarization depolarization , depolarisation n depolarizer , depolariser n ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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after smaller depolarizing changes in membrane potential) and are held open longer, allowing more sodium ions to cross and depolarize the neuronal membrane. Neurons usually fire only when their membranes depolarize in response to signals from other neurons. It seems only logical that a device capable of depolarizing skeletal muscle can also depolarize heart muscle and cause fibrillation under certain circumstances. |
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