The Relaxation Phase of the Cardiac Cycle Is Called

question 159

Multiple Choice

The relaxation phase of the cardiac cycle is called

• A) depolarization.
• B) systole.
• C) diastole.
• D) hyperpolarization.
• E) asystole.

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