Meaning Of The Word Refractory period
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What's The Definition Of Refractory period?
refractory period in American English
noun: a short period after a nerve or muscle cell fires during which the cell cannot respond to additional stimulation refractory period in British English noun: a period during which a nerve or muscle is incapable of responding to stimulation, esp immediately following a previous stimulation. In an absolute refractory period there is a total inability to respond; in an effective or relative refractory period ther |
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