Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Action Potential.
Action Potential - as a noun
The local voltage change across the cell wall as a nerve impulse is transmitted
Example Sentences
"The firing of action potentials allows for communication between neurons."
"The amplitude and duration of action potentials can vary."
"The generation of action potentials relies on the movement of ions across the neuronal membrane."
"Once an action potential is initiated, it propagates down the axon without losing strength."
"Repetitive action potentials can encode different types of information."