What Occurs During the Refractory Period

question 88

Multiple Choice

What occurs during the refractory period?

• A)The neuron depolarizes.
• B)Neurotransmitters are released by the dendrites.
• C)The charge of the neuron's interior increases to about +60 millivolts.
• D)The neuron reestablishes the negative-inside/positive-outside condition.

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Definitions:

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