In Addition to Providing Structural Support and Protection for the Axon

question 15

Multiple Choice

In addition to providing structural support and protection for the axon of a neuron,what other very important function is served by the presence of a myelin sheath?

• A) Dendritic stimulation
• B) Speeding up and strengthening neural messages.
• C) Facilitating re-uptake in the synaptic gap.
• D) Inhibiting the growth of pain-sensitive neurons.

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