The time between action potentials when a neuron is unable to respond to a stimulus is called the
A)resting potential.
B)refractory period.
C)saltatory period.
D)depolarization perioD.

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The refractory period is the time during which a neuron is unable to respond to a stimulus, usually immediately after an action potential has been fired. This is due to the fact that the neuron is temporarily unable to depolarize and generate another action potential. The resting potential refers to the membrane potential of a neuron when it is not transmitting signals. The saltatory period is not a commonly used term in neuroscience. The depolarization period refers to the moment when the membrane potential of a neuron becomes less negative, leading to the firing of an action potential.

The Time Between Action Potentials When a Neuron Is Unable