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    The Area in a Neuron Where Action Potentials Are Generated
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The Area in a Neuron Where Action Potentials Are Generated

Question 120

Question 120

Multiple Choice

The area in a neuron where action potentials are generated is called the ________.


A) Threshold.
B) Node of Ranvier.
C) Spike-initiation zone.
D) Synapse.

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