The Frequency at Which a Single Neuron Can "Fire" Action

question 28

Multiple Choice

The frequency at which a single neuron can "fire" action potentials is limited by the

• A) number of synapses that the neuron forms.
• B) number of other cells that the neuron contacts.
• C) refractory period for the neuron's Na⁺ channel.
• D) length of the axon of the neuron.
• E) number of dendrites on the neuron.

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