A neuron's sodium gates are firmly closed and the membrane cannot produce an action potential during:

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During the absolute refractory period, the neuron's sodium gates are firmly closed and cannot be activated, meaning that an action potential cannot be produced regardless of the strength of the stimulus. This is because the neuron is still recovering from the previous action potential and the gates can only be opened after a certain amount of time has passed.

A Neuron's Sodium Gates Are Firmly Closed and the Membrane