Transmission of Nerve Impulse
Transmission of Nerve Impulse: Overview
This Topic covers sub-topics such as Neurotransmitters, Nerve Impulse and, Conduction of Nerve Impulse
Important Questions on Transmission of Nerve Impulse
Neurotransmitters are important in boosting and balancing signals in the brain and for keeping the spine functioning.
Acetylcholine is synthesised from acetyl coenzyme A and choline by the enzyme choline acetyl transferase.
A nerve impulse is transmitted from one _____ to another through the junction called synapses.
Which of the following does not function as a neurotransmitter?
Why is unidirectional transmission of nerve impulses important?
How does a chemical synapse differ from an electrical synapse?
What is the primary role of the sodium-potassium pump in neurons?
What is the significance of nodes of Ranvier in myelinated neurons?
How does the all-or-none principle apply to neurons?
What is the role of the axon hillock in a neuron?
Which enzyme breaks down acetylcholine in the synaptic cleft?
What role do potassium ions play during repolarization?
What is the primary function of voltage-gated sodium channels?
How do inhibitory neurotransmitters affect a postsynaptic neuron?
What is the threshold potential of a neuron?
How does an action potential propagate along an axon?
What is the function of synaptic vesicles?
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with muscle activation?
What is the refractory period in a neuron?
Which part of a neuron receives signals from other neurons?
