Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
repolarize
verb
/ˌriːˈpɒləraɪz/
Definition
To change the polarity of something back to a state of equilibrium, often used in the context of cell membranes.
Examples
- After the signal transmission, the neuron needs time to repolarize before it can fire again.
- In the cardiac cycle, the heart muscle must repolarize to prepare for the next heartbeat.
Meaning
Repolarization refers to the process of restoring the negative charge inside a cell after it has been depolarized.
Synonyms
- Restore
- Reset
- Reestablish
