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nummyann

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Which of the following was suggested as an advantage associated with myelination?
 
  a. Myelin changes the height of the action potential.
  b. Myelin increases the energy requirements of the nerve cell.
  c. Myelin slows down conduction speed.
  d. Myelin reduces the threshold for induction of an action potential.
  e. Myelin speeds up axon conduction speed.

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Small synaptic vesicles contain ___________, whereas large synaptic vesicles contain __________.
 
  a. neurotransmitters; peptides
  b. peptides; neurotransmitters
  c. proteins; peptides
  d. peptides; proteins
  e. neurotransmitters; proteins


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jamesnevil303

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: e. Myelin speeds up axon conduction speed.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a. neurotransmitters; peptides


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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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