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Describe the electrical and chemical changes that lead to an action potential. Define myelin and discuss its effects.

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solniwko [45]3 years ago

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The outside of a neuron has more sodium ions while at resting state. When a electrical signal is going to pass through, the sodium channels open up first and the positive sodium ions rush inward making the inner side more positive. This is called action potential.

There is layer of fatty substances called as Myelin Sheath over the course of axons. It helps the electrical signal to be transmitted with a fast pace and efficiently over the course.

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<h2>Answer 1: a. weight</h2>

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Mass is the amount of matter that exists in a body, which only depends on the quantity and type of particles within it. This means mass is an intrinsic property of each body and remains the same regardless of where the body is located.

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<h2>Answer 2: b. Force changes by 2/9</h2>

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$r$ is the distance between both bodies

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If we compare (1) and (2) we will be able to see the force changes by 2/9.

<h2>Answer 3: b. movement</h2>

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<h2>Answer 4: a. 40,000 Joules</h2>

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