Compared with the Myelin Found on Small Diameter Axons, the Myelin

question 100

Multiple Choice

 Compared with the myelin found on small diameter axons, the myelin coating axons of large diameter axons

• A) is of equal thickness and spacing.
• B) has less thickness but equal spacing.
• C) has equal thickness, but the nodes of Ranvier are closer together.
• D) is thicker, and the nodes of Ranvier are farther apart.

---

Definitions:

Sternal End

The part of a bone that is located nearest to the sternum, often referring to the end of the clavicle that articulates with the sternum.

Manubrium

The upper section of the sternum (breastbone), providing attachment points for the clavicles and the first pair of ribs.

Tensor Veli Palatini

A muscle of the soft palate involved in swallowing and opening the Eustachian tube to equalize middle ear pressure.

Digastrics

A muscle located under the jaw that acts in the opening of the mouth and drawing back of the lower jaw.