What are the Key Components of Nerve Impulse Transmission?
Several components are critical in nerve impulse transmission: - Neuronal Membrane: The lipid bilayer that maintains the ion gradient. - Ion Channels: Protein structures that allow ions to pass in and out of the neuron. - Synapse: The junction between two neurons where neurotransmitters are released. - Neurotransmitters: Chemicals that transmit signals across the synapse.
