Conduction from Node to Node

question 60

Multiple Choice

Conduction from node to node

• A) occurs only in the central nervous system.
• B) is a rapid type of nerve conduction.
• C) occurs between nerves and muscles.
• D) involves the "jumping" of impulses.
• E) is a rapid type of nerve conduction and involves the "jumping" of impulses.

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Definitions:

Fibroblasts

A type of cell found in connective tissue which produces collagen and other fibers.

Calcified Matrix

The hard, bone substance made when calcium salts deposit in the framework produced by osteoblasts.

Fibroblasts

A type of cell that is responsible for making the extracellular matrix and collagen, playing a critical role in wound healing and tissue repair.

Dense Regular

Connective tissue characterized by tightly packed collagen fibers aligned in a parallel arrangement, providing strength in one direction.