The temporary hyperpolarization that occurs at the end of the action potential is caused by the

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Yeller

21 January, 13:43

The temporary hyperpolarization that occurs at the end of the action potential is caused by the

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Eden Gaines · Answer 1

This hyperpolarization is due to the exiting of potassium ions or the influx of chloride ions through the channels in the neuron. During this time, the neuron enters a refractory period (approximately 2ms), during which an action potential is unable to be transmitted. After this timeframe, the neuron resets to around - 70mV and the cell becomes able to re-transmit an action potential.