Asked by Katherine Susana on Jun 29, 2024
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Myelin not only insulates the neuron, it also slows down the neural message helping with transmission of messages traveling down the axon.
Myelin
A fatty substance that surrounds and insulates the axons of many neurons, enhancing the speed and efficiency of electrical signal transmission in the nervous system.
Insulates
Refers to the process or material used to prevent the transfer of heat, electricity, or sound from one area to another.
Neural Message
The transmission of information through neurons, involving electrical impulses and chemical signals.
- Detail the elementary aspects of neural structure and their working mechanisms.
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JA
Jeffrey AtkinsonJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
Myelin actually speeds up the transmission of neural messages by allowing the electrical impulses to jump from one node of Ranvier to the next, rather than traveling the entire length of the axon.
Learning Objectives
- Detail the elementary aspects of neural structure and their working mechanisms.