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Explain the impact that changes in sodium (Na), potassium (K),or even myelination will have on nerve conduction.

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Electrical axonal propagation of the action potential AP is required for function such as motor output control of visceral organs tec Initiation of the AP occurs at the axon initial segment AIS rich in voltagegated ion channels particularly voltagegated sodium channels Nav Entry of sodium through these channels causes membrane depolarization that is passed to the next segment of neuronal membrane Efflux of potassium ions Kv in regions trailing the action potential will inactivate Nav due to hyperpolarization Thus the axonal membrane patches returns back to its resting potential The NaK ATpase pump will transport three    See Answer
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