Answered: The short period of time when the nerve…

The short period of time when the nerve is not responsive to stimuli it’s termed the: A. Adaptation period B. Accommodation period C. Refractory period D. Resting period

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305389892

Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Chapter40: Nervous Systems

Section: Chapter Questions

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