Explain saltatory conduction in your own words. Which anatomical structures are important for this type of conduction?

Q: Define the term saltatory conduction?

A: Neurons are the basic unit of the nervous system that carry electrical stimuli throughout the body.…

Q: Explain how axon diameter and myelination affect conduction velocity.?

A: Axon is a slender long projection of a neuron or nerve cell. It conducts the electrical impulses…

Q: Assume that two nerves fibers have the same diameter, but one is myelinated and the other is…

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Q: What is the role of the Efferent neuron?

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A: An action potential is a characteristic pattern of quick rise and subsequent decline in voltage or…

Q: Explain saltatory conduction in your own words. Which anatomical structures are important for this…

A: Ans. Neurons are messengers for carrying information. Between various brain regions and between the…

Q: what is the difference between somatic and visceral efferent?

A: Neurons which are also termed as the nerve fibres are the basic, structural and fundamental unit of…

Q: define conduction disorder?

A: The disorder is the set of problems that result in significant difficulty, impairment, and distress.…

Q: Whats is contiguous conduction?

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Q: How is saltatory conduction different from continuous conduction?

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Q: Name the six types of cells that aid neurons, and state their respective functions.

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Q: What is conduction?

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Q: Define efferent ductule

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Q: Compare and contrast calcium, sodium, and potassium ion channels used in neurons.

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Q: why schwann cells affect the speed of an action potential?

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Q: Define saltatory conduction and explain how it differs from continuous conduction.

A: The neuron is the brain's fundamental working organ, a specialised cell that transmits information…

Q: the following structure will carry efferent impulses from central nervous system to skeletal muscles…

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Q: How do saltatory conduction and continuous conduction differ? Which is faster, and why?

A: The action potential is produced along with the full size of the axon. Hence, it takes duration to…

Q: what is the function of the Motor Division (efferent) (easy and simple

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Q: Name the 7 structures of the conductive zone. What is their role?

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Q: State the functions of efferent neurons.

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