Question
Hyperpolarization is when the membrane potential ____
Answer
Hyperpolarization is when the membrane potential dips below the resting potential.
While hyperpolarized, the neuron is in a refractory period during which another stimulus given to the neuron (no matter how strong) will not lead to a second action potential
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