Solution Found!

Understanding Neuron Signals: Role of Myelination & Fiber Diameter.

Chapter 11, Problem 5

(choose chapter or problem)

Get Unlimited Answers
QUESTION:

The velocity of nerve impulse conduction is greatest in

(a) heavily myelinated, large-diameter fibers,

(b) myelinated, small-diameter fibers,

(c) nonmyelinated, small-diameter fibers,

(d) nonmyelinated, large-diameter fibers.

Questions & Answers

QUESTION:

The velocity of nerve impulse conduction is greatest in

(a) heavily myelinated, large-diameter fibers,

(b) myelinated, small-diameter fibers,

(c) nonmyelinated, small-diameter fibers,

(d) nonmyelinated, large-diameter fibers.

ANSWER:

Step 1 of 3

An electrical signal that passes along a nerve fiber or neuron is called an impulse or action potential. It is a mechanism for nervous system information transmission. Nerve impulses make sensory awareness, movement control, inter-neuronal communication, and other bodily activities possible.

Add to cart

Watch The Answer!

Understanding Neuron Signals: Role of Myelination & Fiber Diameter.
Stars

Want To Learn More? To watch the entire video and ALL of the videos in the series:

Add to cart

Grasp the fundamentals of how neurons transmit electrical signals through action potentials. Understand the crucial role of myelination and fiber diameter in efficient nerve impulse conduction. Dive into the comparisons of different nerve fiber types and their properties.


Study Tools You Might Need

Not The Solution You Need? Search for Your Answer Here:

×

Login

Login or Sign up for access to all of our study tools and educational content!

Forgot password?
Register Now

×

Register

Sign up for access to all content on our site!

Or login if you already have an account

×

Reset password

If you have an active account we’ll send you an e-mail for password recovery

Or login if you have your password back