Why Is the Refractory Period of a Neuron's Plasma Membrane

question 42

Multiple Choice

Why is the refractory period of a neuron's plasma membrane important?

• A)because it initiates an action potential
• B)because it ensures that an impulse will travel in a one-way direction
• C)because it ensures that the threshold potential will be reached
• D)because it establishes the resting potential

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