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Which of the following types of nerve fiber possesses the fastest speed of impulse propagation?

Myelinated A fibers have the fastest speed of impulse propagation among nerve fibers.


What affects nerve impulse speed?

Nerve impulse speed is affected by the diameter of the nerve fiber (larger fibers conduct faster), the presence of myelin sheath (myelinated fibers conduct faster), and temperature (warmer temperatures enhance conduction speed). Additionally, the refractory period of the neuron and the strength of the stimulus can also influence nerve impulse speed.


What is quicker a nerve impulse or a hormone?

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Which two characteristics of axons increases the speed of nerve impulse?

diameter and presence of myelination.....


Which travels quicker through the body a nerve impulse or a hormons?

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What is the material surrounding the axon that increases the speed of the nerve impulse?

The material surrounding the axon that increases the speed of the nerve impulse is called myelin. Myelin is a fatty substance that acts as an insulating layer, allowing for faster transmission of electrical signals along the axon.


How does a nerve impulse follow all or nothing principle?

How does a nerve impulse follow the all-or-nothing principle???


What pathway does a nerve impulse follow after initiated into a receptor?

nerve my a$$ nerve


Is an action potential necessary for a nerve impulse to occur?

Yes, an action potential is needed for a nerve impulse to occur.


Is a action potential necessary for a nerve impulse to occur?

Yes, an action potential is needed for a nerve impulse to occur.


What is a nerve impule transmitted by axons?

It is called a nerve impulse.


What is the myelin sheath's function?

The function of the myelin sheath is to insulate the axon of the neuron. When there are gaps in the sheath, known as nodes of Ranvier, the nerve impulse can jump from gap to gap, thus increasing greatly the speed of conduction of the nerve impulse. This is known as saltatory conduction.