Chapter 10, Problem 1CC

What advantage do myelinated axons provide?

Summary Introduction

To determine: The advantage of myelinated neurons.

Introduction: The neuron can be defined as a part of the nervous system, which is composed of the cell body, axon, and dendrites. The axons present can be either myelinated or unmyelinated.

Explanation of Solution

Myelin can be defined as the lipid substance that is present in the central nervous system. It plays an important role in insulating the axons. The insulation of the axons by the myelin sheath increases the speed of information conduction from one cell body to the other.

Conclusion

The advantage of myelinated neurons is that it helps in a faster conduction velocity of information between different cell bodies.