With regard to the process of neural transmission,a refractory period refers to a time interval in which
A) chemical messengers cross synaptic gaps between neurons.
B) a neurotransmitter is reabsorbed by a sending neuron.
C) an action potential cannot occur.
D) an organism reflexively withdraws from a pain stimulus.

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During the refractory period, an action potential cannot occur because the neuron is temporarily unable to fire due to the resetting and repolarization of the membrane potential.

With Regard to the Process of Neural Transmission,a Refractory Period