4. Explain how a myelinated axon can conduct a signal faster than an unmyelinated axon of similar diameter. Use and define appropriate terminology in your explanation. (4 marks)

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4.	Explain how a myelinated axon can conduct a signal faster than an unmyelinated axon of similar diameter. Use and define appropriate terminology in your explanation. (4 marks)

anonymous · Answer

@soapia I hope no one answers this.  This is a short answer question that needs to be written in your own words.  If you write what you think up here I'll help with the editing and clarity.

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

For unmyelinated, should I just say it is not as fast because it is not insulated, thus reactions happen much slower?

anonymous · Answer

I attached what I have so far of my answer

anonymous · Answer

You have put terms in there, but you have not really described anything, or provided any sensible input.

somy · Answer

bingo pretty much 
tho its not reaction that is happening 
but more like action potential

somy · Answer

think of how the action potential travels along the myelinated axon and unmyelinated axon

abhisar · Answer

Hint: Saltatory motion.

somy · Answer

oh also you talked about insulation 
but how does it increase the rate? think of this also

abhisar · Answer

Saltatory motion will allow a faster conduction of signal. Now which structure will allow a possible saltatory motion. Read http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saltatory_conduction