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Noun: resting potential
  1. The potential difference between the two sides of the membrane of a nerve cell when the cell is not conducting an impulse

Derived forms: resting potentials

Type of: electric potential, potential, potential difference, potential drop, voltage

Encyclopedia: Resting potential

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