What Would Be the Best Explanation for Why Myelinated Fibers

question 72

Multiple Choice

What would be the best explanation for why myelinated fibers conduct signals faster than unmyelinated fibers?

• A) There are no internodes in unmyelinated fibers.
• B) There are more internodes in unmyelinated fibers.
• C) Facilitated diffusion of sodium and potassium is faster in myelinated fibers.
• D) Active transport of sodium and potassium is faster in myelinated fibers.
• E) Diffusion of ions along the axoplasm is faster.

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