Multiple Choice
The frequency at which a single neuron can "fire" action potentials is limited by the
A) closure of the Na+ channel inactivation gates.
B) number of leak channels the neuron has.
C) number of synapses formed by the neuron.
D) time it takes for the voltage-gated Na+ channels to reopen.
E) speed at which Cl‒ ion channels can close.
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