Neurons Use Both Graded and Action Potentials to Carry Electrical

question 13

Essay

Neurons use both graded and action potentials to carry electrical signals from one point to another.Describe the similarities and differences between these two types of signals that could be seen within an individual neuron.

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Definitions:

Size Constancy

The tendency to interpret an object as always being the same actual size, regardless of its distance.

Physical Dimensions

The measurable extents of an object or space, such as length, width, height, and depth.

Distance

A measure of the space between two points, often determining how far apart they are.

Texture Gradient

Monocular depth perception cue; the tendency for textured surfaces to appear to become smaller and finer as distance from the viewer increases.