During the short recovery period before another action potential, the
A)threshold value is increased.
B)threshold value is reduced.
C)sodium gates are shut, and the potassium gates are opened.
D)sodium-potassium pumps restore the ion gradients across the membrane.
E)sodium gates are shut, potassium gates are opened, and the sodium-potassium pumps restore the ion gradients across the membrane.

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During the recovery period, the sodium gates are shut, potassium gates are opened, and the sodium-potassium pumps restore the ion gradients across the membrane. This process is known as repolarization and prepares the neuron for another action potential. The threshold value remains the same, and the sodium-potassium pumps play a critical role in restoring the ion gradients, ensuring that the neuron can fire again if necessary.

During the Short Recovery Period Before Another Action Potential, the