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torybrooks

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Implication(s) of the absolute refractory period:
 
  A) A limit on how frequently action potentials can occur
  B) An action potential will produce additional action potentials only in front of it
  C) A narrow range of rates of firing for neurons
  D) All of the above

Question 2

Which statement characterizes the relative refractory period?
 
  A) The neuron cannot fire again because the potassium channels are unable to open
  B) The neuron cannot fire again because the sodium channels are unable to open
  C) The neuron can fire again but only to a stronger than threshold stimulus
  D) The neuron can fire again but only at a much slower rate


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ansleighelindsey

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C


torybrooks

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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