The action of neural firing as it proceeds down a myelinated axon is similar to which of the following types of movement?
A) skipping
B) crawling
C) running laps
D) driving on a road

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Neural firing down a myelinated axon proceeds via saltatory conduction, which is similar to the movement of skipping. In saltatory conduction, the electrical signal jumps from one node of Ranvier to the next, which is faster than continuous conduction along an unmyelinated axon. Similarly, in skipping, there is a skipping motion where one foot jumps forward while the other remains in place.

The Action of Neural Firing as It Proceeds Down a Myelinated