What is the resting state of a muscle cell known as?
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The question is asking about the specific term used to describe the resting condition of a muscle cell, which relates to its physiological state when it is not actively contracting.
Answer
Resting membrane potential.
The resting state of a muscle cell is known as the resting membrane potential.
Answer for screen readers
The resting state of a muscle cell is known as the resting membrane potential.
More Information
The resting membrane potential is a key concept in understanding muscle cell physiology. It represents the electrical potential difference across the membrane when the cell is not actively sending signals.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing resting membrane potential with states involved in action potential, such as depolarization or repolarization.
Sources
- Generation of Action Potential in Skeletal Muscles - JoVE - jove.com
- Synapic Transmission at the Skeletal Neuromuscular Junction ... - nba.uth.tmc.edu
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