IPSP

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IPSP is the inhibitory postsynaptic potential, a release of neurotransmitter by the inhibitiory synapse which hyperpolarizes postsynaptic membrane temporarily by the flow of charged ions into the postsynaptic cell[1].

Events that occur in postsynaptic membrane:

  1. Chloride ions will enter postsynaptic membrane
  2. Potassium ions will leave postsynaptic membrane
  3. Small hyperpolarization occurs, leading to diminishing graded potential

References

  1. ↑ Alberts, et al. Molecular Biology of the Cell. 5th ed. Garland Science. 2008 pp 688
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