(II) A neuron is stimulated with an electric pulse. The actionpotential is detected at a point 3.70 cm down the axon0.0052 s later. When the action potential is detected 7.20 cmfrom the point of stimulation, the time required is 0.0063 s.What is the speed of the electric pulse along the axon? (Whyare two measurements needed instead of only one?)

(II) A neuron is stimulated with an electric pulse. The actionpotential is detected at a point 3.70 cm down the axon0.0052 s later. When the action potential is detected 7.20 cmfrom the point of stimulation, the time required is 0.0063 s.What is the speed of the electric pulse along the axon? (Whyare two measurements needed instead of only one?)

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Chapter8: Capacitance

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