The period after an initial stimulus when a neuron is not sensitive to another stimulus is the ________.
A) repolarization
B) resting period
C) absolute refractory period
D) depolarization

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The absolute refractory period is the period after an initial stimulus when a neuron is completely insensitive to another stimulus. During this period, the neuron is in the process of repolarization and cannot respond to any additional stimuli. This period is important for ensuring that action potentials do not overlap and that nerve signals are transmitted accurately. Option A refers to the process of restoring the electrical charge of a neuron after depolarization, and option D refers to the process of the change in electrical charge from negative to positive that causes an action potential. Option B is vague and does not specifically describe the period of insensitivity after an initial stimulus.

The Period After an Initial Stimulus When a Neuron Is