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If we were able to artificially alter the membrane permeability of pacemaker cells so that calcium influx is blocked

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The Heart rate would decrease

Step-by-step explanation:

The Heart rate is expected to decrease, as calcium influx in blocked , since the threshold membrane potential can not be reached so quickly so the action potential will take place in longer time leading to decreased heart rate.

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