Chapter 2: Structure and Functions of Cells of the Nervous System

8/16/2003


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The Lonely Neuron

Chapter 2: Structure and Functions of Cells of the Nervous System

Neuron Structure

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Neuron Classification Schemes

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Electrochemical Conduction

Neuron Internal Structure

CNS Support Cells

Astrocytes

Measuring the Resting Membrane Potential of a Neuron

Resting Membrane Potential

Relative Ion Concentrations Across the Axon Membrane

The Action Potential

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Properties of the Action Potential

Local Potentials

Saltatory Conduction

Synapses

Neurotransmitter Release

Postsynaptic Receptors

Postsynaptic Potentials

Termination of Postsynaptic Potentials

Chemical Communication

Author: JTaft

Email: jtaft@fau.edu

Home Page: http://www.fau.edu/~jtaft/brains.htm