Match the following:

A) Depolarization
B) Relative refractory period
C) Action potential
D) Absolute refractory period
E) Repolarization

) The neuron cannot respond to a second stimulus, no matter how strong.
2) The interior of the cell becomes less negative due to an influx of sodium ions.
3) The specific period during which potassium ions diffuse out of the neuron due to a change in membrane permeability.
4) Also called a nerve impulse transmitted by axons.
5) An exceptionally strong stimulus can trigger a response.


1) D Absolute refractory period
2) A Depolarization
3) E Repolarization
4) C Action potential
5) B Relative refractory period

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