Biophysical Chemistry
Depolarization is a process that occurs in neurons when the membrane potential becomes less negative (or more positive) than the resting potential, typically due to the influx of sodium ions (Na+) through voltage-gated ion channels. This change in electrical charge across the membrane is a crucial step in the generation of action potentials, allowing for the rapid transmission of signals along neurons.
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