An Action Potential Is Followed by a Brief _________ Period

question 44

Multiple Choice

An action potential is followed by a brief _________ period, when the neuron regains its _______ charge.

• A)refractory; negative
• B)refractory; neutral
• C)active; positive
• D)resting; neutral

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Definitions:

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