NEURAL TRANSMISSION • Differentiate neurons and glial cells. • Differentiate the 3 types of neurons. • Identify the parts of the neuron. • Explain how the action potential travels. • Explain synaptic transmission. • Identify the role of each
Jan 17, 2016
NEURAL TRANSMISSION
• Differentiate neurons and glial cells.• Differentiate the 3 types of neurons.• Identify the parts of the neuron.• Explain how the action potential travels.• Explain synaptic transmission.• Identify the role of each neurotransmitter.
Nervous System Cells
Types of Neurons
• Sensory “Afferent”
• Motor “Efferent”
• Interneuron
Spinal Reflex
Parts of the Neuron
Postsynaptic Potential
Action Potential
All or None Law!
Varied Strength
Refractory Period
Synaptic Transmission
Neurotransmitters
Drugs that affect neural transmission
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