Myelinated Axons Consume Less Energy Because

question 170

Multiple Choice

Myelinated axons consume less energy because:

• A)Action potentials occur faster
• B)The sodium potassium pumps have less work to do
• C)Graded potentials do not consume energy
• D)The sodium potassium pumps are more efficient on these neurons

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