Which of the following statements is correct about the nodes of ranvier? |
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a) |
Axolemma is discontinuous |
b) |
Myelin sheath is discontinuous |
c) |
Both neurilemma and myelin sheath are discontinuous |
d) |
Covered by myelin sheath |
Which of the following statements is correct about the nodes of ranvier? |
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a) |
Axolemma is discontinuous |
b) |
Myelin sheath is discontinuous |
c) |
Both neurilemma and myelin sheath are discontinuous |
d) |
Covered by myelin sheath |
(b)
Myelin sheath is interrupted at some places to form gaps. These gaps are called nodes of Ranvier.