Outline, in Order, the Six Steps Involved in Passing Information

question 85

Essay

Outline, in order, the six steps involved in passing information from one neuron to another.

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Definitions:

Axon Terminals

The distal terminations of the branches of an axon, responsible for releasing neurotransmitters to signal adjacent neurons.

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for rest and digest functions, counterbalancing the fight-or-flight responses.

Nervous System

The network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, enabling communication between the brain, spinal cord, and other areas.

Action Potential

A temporary reversal of the electrical polarization of the membrane of a nerve cell or muscle cell, primarily involved in the transmission of nerve impulses.