Introduction to neurons and glia. How the structure of a neuron allows it to receive and transmit information.

This video introduces the function and functional types of neurons. Neuron function involves processing and transmitting information. Key components include resting potential, action potentials, and the …

Learn about the structure and function of neurons in the nervous system with this educational resource from Khan Academy.

Two different types of changes in the membrane potential of a neuron.

Neurons (or nerve cells) are specialized cells that transmit and receive electrical signals in the body. Neurons are composed of three main parts: dendrites, a cell body, and an axon. Signals are received …

In neurons, the cell enters a state of hyperpolarization immediately following the generation of an action potential. While hyperpolarized, the neuron is in a refractory period that lasts roughly 2 milliseconds, …

Learn about synapses, the connections between neurons in the nervous system, and how they transmit signals efficiently on Khan Academy.

The sensory neurons are the ones that respond to stimuli, such as heat or light, or chemicals, both inside and outside of your body. These neurons transmit this information to the CNS, where …

Neurons are similar to other cells in that they have a cell body with a nucleus and organelles. However, they have a few extra features which allow them to be fantastic at transferring action potentials:

Different classes of neurotransmitters, and different types of receptors they bind to.