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  1. Overview of neuron structure and function - Khan Academy

    Most neurons follow the same general structural plan, but the structure of individual neurons varies and is adapted to the specific function a given neuron (or class of neurons) needs to carry out.

  2. Anatomy of a neuron (video) | Human biology | Khan Academy

    Neurons (or nerve cells) are specialized cells that transmit and receive electrical signals in the body. Neurons are composed of three main parts: dendrites, a cell body, and an axon.

  3. Overview of neuron structure (types of neurons) - Khan Academy

    This video introduces the structure and structural types of neurons. Explore the structure of neurons, their types, and functions. Uncover the roles of dendrites, axons, and the soma. Learn about the …

  4. Overview of neuron function (video) | Khan Academy

    Neurons receive excitatory or inhibitory input from other cells or from physical stimuli like odorant molecules in the nose. Input information usually comes in through the dendrites.

  5. Depolarization, hyperpolarization & neuron action potentials (article ...

    In neurons, the cell enters a state of hyperpolarization immediately following the generation of an action potential. While hyperpolarized, the neuron is in a refractory period that lasts roughly 2 milliseconds, …

  6. The synapse (article) | Human biology | Khan Academy

    In this article, we'll take a closer look at the synapse and the mechanisms neurons use to send signals across it. To get the most out of this article, you may want to learn about neuron structure and action …

  7. Signal propagation: The movement of signals between neurons

    Your brain is a hotbed of electrochemical activity. About 100 billion neurons are each firing off 5-50 messages (action potentials) per second. This activity allows you to process your environment, move …

  8. Przegląd budowy i funkcji neuronu (artykuł) | Khan Academy

    Mielina dramatycznie zwiększa szybkość, z jaką potencjał czynnościowy przemieszcza się w dół aksonów i odgrywa kluczową rolę w funkcjonowaniu układu nerwowego. _Obraz zmodyfikowany z " …

  9. Electrotonic and action potentials (video) | Khan Academy

    Wait. So how do the dendrites even respond to a signal. and what would be the defintion of a signal if you are dealing with neurons?

  10. Upper motor neurons (video) | Khan Academy

    Located in the cerebral cortex, these neurons follow specific pathways and their dysfunction can impact reflexes and muscle tone. Understanding their role is key to unraveling the complexities of our …