The Primary Reason Why Neurons Are Refractory for a Short

question 44

Multiple Choice

The primary reason why neurons are refractory for a short period after firing action potentials, and the reason underlying the absolute refractory period, is that the

• A)voltage-gated sodium channels are inactivated.
• B)voltage-gated potassium channels are inactivated.
• C)sodium-potassium pump has to remove sodium ions from inside the cell.
• D)sodium-potassium pump has to retrieve potassium ions from outside the cell.

Comprehend the role of internal versus external orientation in psychological behaviors and preferences.

Develop insights into how an internal locus of control manifests in real-life contexts.

Recognize the concept of learned helplessness and its origins according to Seligman's theory.

Identify the implications of having an internal versus external locus of control.

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