Asked by Jennifer McBeth on May 10, 2024
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In myelinated fibers the inner myelin sheath is a thick,fatty substance.
Myelinated Fibers
Nerve fibers covered with myelin, a protective fatty layer that helps in the fast transmission of nerve impulses along the neurons.
Myelin Sheath
A protective covering made of myelin around nerve fibers, which increases the speed at which impulses propagate along the myelinated fiber.
- Identify and explain the mechanisms behind impulse transmission within the nervous system.
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DG
Dwarkesh GroupMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
The inner myelin sheath is a thick, fatty substance in myelinated fibers.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and explain the mechanisms behind impulse transmission within the nervous system.