In the Sino-Atrial Node which is not true? O A. Shows spontaneous (oscillatory) electrical behavior. O B. Has no stable resting membrane potential O C. Has an inward rectifier potassium current. O D. Has an additional inward current that turns on during diastolic depolarization. O E. All are true.

In the Sino-Atrial Node which is not true? O A. Shows spontaneous (oscillatory) electrical behavior. O B. Has no stable resting membrane potential O C. Has an inward rectifier potassium current. O D. Has an additional inward current that turns on during diastolic depolarization. O E. All are true.

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

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