How does the myelin sheath affect the transmission of an action potential (2 marks)

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Amarnathpatel · Answer 1 · 2023-03-10T05:25:52+0000

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Myelin is arranged in several layers around the axon of neurons, generating what is called the myelin sheath. The function of myelin is to accelerate the conduction of nerve impulses, allowing more rapid transmission of the membrane action potential.

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