peripheral nervous system and neuromuscular junction Flashcards
conduction: list the factors that affect conduction velocity of peripheral axons
1
Q
is propagation speed related to stimulus strength
A
no
2
Q
why do large fibers conduct impulses faster
A
less resistance
3
Q
why do myelinated fibres conduct impulses faster
A
saltatory conduction
4
Q
what external factor also affects conduction
A
temperature
5
Q
how are fibres grouped
A
by diameter, signal conduction velocity and myelination state
