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True or False. Action potential is generated when the nerve is repolarised.

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Question

True or False.

Action potential is generated when the nerve is repolarised.

True or False
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Solution

This statement is false.

Explanation:

An action potential is generated when a stimulus causes the nerve membrane to become depolarised. Repolarisation occurs after the impulse passes, restoring the resting potential of the nerve fibre.

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Chapter 10: Nervous System - Intex Quesion [Page 161]

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Lakhmir Singh Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 10 Nervous System
Intex Quesion | Q 5. | Page 161
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