Assertion: potassium | /r/CapableOf | repolarize the cell membrane
Facets:
value: to a resting state
type: OTHER
Source sentences:
text: The electrochemical gradient of potassium between the intracellular and extracellular space is essential for nerve function; in particular, potassium is needed to repolarize the cell membrane to a resting state after an action potential has passed.