The membrane potential in which there is no net movement of the ion across the membrane is called the ________.
A) graded potential
B) threshold potential
C) equilibrium potential
D) action potential

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Equilibrium potential is the membrane potential at which there is no net flow of an ion across the membrane. In other words, the concentration gradient and the electrical gradient are balanced and there is no driving force for the ion to move. Graded potential refers to changes in the membrane potential that are not strong enough to trigger an action potential. Threshold potential refers to the minimum membrane potential required to generate an action potential. Action potential refers to the rapid change in membrane potential that allows for communication along a neuron or muscle cell.

The Membrane Potential in Which There Is No Net Movement