For many species, neurons fire only if they meet a certain threshold. In other words, these neurons do not emit a partial response. This describes the
A) absolute refractory period.
B) all-or-none phenomenon.
C) resting potential.
D) sodium-potassium pump.

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The all-or-none phenomenon describes how neurons fire at full strength if a certain threshold is met, without partial responses, which matches the description given.

For Many Species, Neurons Fire Only If They Meet a Certain