In this article we will discuss about the meaning and blocking of neuromuscular transmission. Meaning of Neuromuscular Transmission: It is the process by which the nerve action potential is converted into a muscle action potential. Events involved in the neuromuscular transmission are: i. Action potential reaching the motor neuron terminal. ii. Depolarization of motor neuron terminal. iii. Calcium ion influx [...]
In this article we will discuss about the meaning and groups of muscles. Meaning of Muscles: Muscles are essential to the body to provide stability and mobility. They are present in almost all the parts of the body and the type of muscle that is present in a particular part of the body is functionally very well suited for that [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Classification of Nerve Fiber 2. Properties of Nerve Fiber 3. Role of Calcium in Nerve Function. Classification of Nerve Fiber: Based on the presence or absence of myelin sheath, they are classified into myelinated or non-myelinated nerve fibers. In the peripheral nervous system, the Schwann cells are responsible for the formation of [...]