One Purpose of the Myelin Sheath Is to Prevent Signals

question 79

True/False

One purpose of the myelin sheath is to prevent signals in adjacent cells from interfering with each other.

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Definitions:

Common Fibular Nerve

A branch of the sciatic nerve that supplies muscles of the lower leg and foot, and provides sensation to the skin of the foot and lower leg.

Hindlimb

The rear limb of a tetrapod or the legs in bipedal animals.

Sciatic Nerve

The largest and longest nerve in the human body, extending from the lower back through the buttocks and down each leg, responsible for movement and sensation.

Median Nerve

The median nerve is one of the major nerves of the upper limb, running down the arm and forearm, and into the hand, responsible for both sensory and motor functions.