The absolute refractory period is the time during which no stimulus, regardless of strength, can trigger another action potential because the voltage-gated channels are already open or inactivated.
No stimulus of any strength will trigger AP as long as the gates are opened or inactivated
| Front | What is the absolute refractory period? |
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| Back | No stimulus of any strength will trigger AP as long as the gates are opened or inactivated |
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