Action potentials are changes in membrane potential that are localized to a small area of the plasma membrane. However, an action potential can trigger the formation of a new action potential nearby. This cycle can repeat to produce conduction of the action potential down the length of the axon. Explain this process.

Action potentials are changes in membrane potential that are localized to a small area of the plasma membrane. However, an action potential can trigger the formation of a new action potential nearby. This cycle can repeat to produce conduction of the action potential down the length of the axon. Explain this process.

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter4: Principles Of Neural And Hormonal Communication

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Problem 4TAHL: Assume presynaptic excitatory neuron A terminates on a postsynaptic cell near the axon hillock and...

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