Why Are the Nodes of Ranvier Important Structures for Neural

question 17

Multiple Choice

Why are the nodes of Ranvier important structures for neural firing?

• A) They release neurotransmitters.
• B) They are involved in reuptake.
• C) They are the receptor sites for binding with neurotransmitters.
• D) They are areas along the axon that speed transmission.

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