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Science Biology Human biology The neuron and nervous system

The neuron and nervous system

    • Anatomy of a neuron
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    • Overview of neuron structure and function
    • Sodium-potassium pump
    • Correction to sodium-potassium pump video
    • The membrane potential
    • Electrotonic and action potentials
    • Saltatory conduction in neurons
    • Neuronal synapses (chemical)
    • The synapse
    • Neurotransmitters and receptors
    • Q & A: Neuron depolarization, hyperpolarization, and action potentials
    • Overview of the functions of the cerebral cortex
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Science·Biology·Human biology·The neuron and nervous system

Anatomy of a neuron

The neuron and nervous system

    • Anatomy of a neuron
      This is the currently selected item.
    • Overview of neuron structure and function
    • Sodium-potassium pump
    • Correction to sodium-potassium pump video
    • The membrane potential
    • Electrotonic and action potentials
    • Saltatory conduction in neurons
    • Neuronal synapses (chemical)
    • The synapse
    • Neurotransmitters and receptors
    • Q & A: Neuron depolarization, hyperpolarization, and action potentials
    • Overview of the functions of the cerebral cortex
    Next lesson
    The kidney and nephron
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