answersLogoWhite

0

the property is diffusion

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Natural Sciences

The ability of a muscle to transmit electrical current is termed?

The ability of a muscle to transmit electrical current is termed conductivity. This refers to how well the muscle tissue can carry an electrical impulse, allowing for proper communication between nerves and muscle fibers to produce movement.


Do neuron transfer information in the form of an electrical impulse?

Yes, neurons transfer information in the form of electrical impulses called action potentials. These impulses travel along the neuron's axon to transmit information between neurons.


Describe the events occurring in the cell membrane that permit the conduction of an impulse?

When a nerve impulse is conducted, the neuronal cell membrane undergoes changes in electrical potential. This starts with a rapid influx of sodium ions into the cell through voltage-gated sodium channels, depolarizing the membrane. This depolarization triggers the opening of adjacent sodium channels, resulting in an action potential that travels along the membrane. After the impulse passes, the sodium channels close, and potassium channels open, allowing potassium ions to exit the cell and restore the resting potential.


What is impulse propagation?

Impulse propagation refers to the transmission of information or signals along a biological or artificial network, such as nerve cells in the human body or electronic circuits. In the context of nerve cells, it typically involves the propagation of action potentials along the axon of a neuron to transmit electrical signals. Impulse propagation plays a crucial role in communication and coordination within biological systems as well as in the functioning of electronic devices.


What allows nerve cells to transmit signals over long distances?

The neuron has a long, thin tube called the axon which sends an electric nerve impulse very quickly, akin to an electrical cord.

Related Questions

The ability of a muscle to transmit electrical current is termed?

The ability of a muscle to transmit electrical current is termed conductivity. This refers to how well the muscle tissue can carry an electrical impulse, allowing for proper communication between nerves and muscle fibers to produce movement.


What tissue type functions in impulse conduction?

Nervous tissue functions in impulse conduction. It consists of neurons that transmit electrical signals or impulses throughout the body. The specialized structure of neurons, including dendrites, axons, and synapses, enables them to rapidly transmit information.


What assists in maintaining muscular contractions and nerve impulse transmissions?

POTASSIUM


Why can a nerve still be alive when a person is dead?

A nerve is simply a line of cells through which electrical impulses travel. These electrical impulses are generated by the movement of Sodium and potassium ions into and out of the cells which generates an action potential (impulse). Nerve cells can be stimulated once a person is dead if an electrical impulse is generated and so appear to be alive.


What is neural impulse?

A neural Impulse is a spike of electrical activity.


What is the neural impulse generated by the movement of positively charged atoms in and out of channels in the axon's membrane?

The movement of positively charged atoms, such as sodium and potassium ions, in and out of channels in the axon's membrane generates an electrical signal called an action potential. This action potential serves as the neural impulse that travels along the axon to transmit information within the nervous system.


Do neuron transfer information in the form of an electrical impulse?

Yes, neurons transfer information in the form of electrical impulses called action potentials. These impulses travel along the neuron's axon to transmit information between neurons.


What kind of impulse tells the heart to pump blood?

an electrical impulse


How does the nervous system utilize electricity to transmit signals throughout the body?

The nervous system uses electrical signals to transmit information between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body. When a nerve cell is stimulated, it generates an electrical impulse that travels along the nerve fibers. This electrical signal allows for communication between different parts of the body, enabling functions such as movement, sensation, and coordination.


How do you convert electrical impulse in to electrical energy?

if it acts on a charged particle


Can banana peelings improve the nerve impulse transmission?

Not specifically but if you had a potassium shortage bananas are a good source of potassium.


What are electrical impulse sensors called?

Electrodes