An increase in the size of the ____________________ of a nerve fiber increases its rate of conduction

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


diameter

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All axons in the PNS have a myelin sheath.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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What is talipes?

A. Presence of extra fingers or toes B. Clubfoot C. Absence of one or more limbs D. Partial absence of a limb E. Absence of pedal arches

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Calcium plays an essential role in all of the following except ________

A) DNA synthesis B) exocytosis C) blood clotting D) muscle contraction E) communication among neurons

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Neurons have four functional zones and each performs a task required for communication. What are these four zones and what structural features found in each allow it to perform its function?

What will be an ideal response?

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