The Relative Refractory Period Occurs After the Action Potential Is

question 23

Multiple Choice

The relative refractory period occurs after the action potential is complete because of the

• A) lingering inactivation of the voltage-gated Na⁺ channels
• B) slowness of the voltage-gated K⁺ channels
• C) action of the sodium-potassium pumps
• D) lingering inactivation of the voltage-gated Na⁺ channels and slowness of the voltage-gated K⁺ channels
• E) slowness of the voltage-gated K⁺ channels and action of the sodium-potassium pumps

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