Myelin sheath
axons
Axons are covered by connective tissue called endoneurium. Multiple axons are bundled together within fascicles, which are surrounded by perineurium. Finally, the entire nerve is enveloped by epineurium.
the axons of the retina culminate in the optic nerve which forms a blind spot on the retina
The tracts of myelinated axons in the central nervous system (CNS) consist of bundles of nerve fibers surrounded by myelin sheaths. These tracts serve as pathways for transmitting electrical impulses between different areas of the CNS, allowing for communication and coordination of functions within the body. The myelin sheath, made up of specialized cells called oligodendrocytes in the CNS, helps to increase the speed and efficiency of nerve impulse transmission along the axons.
The axons of nerve cells are surrounded by myelin sheeths - a protective covering that allows for saltatory conduction down the axons, increasing speed and decreasing loss of signal. Axons make up the tissue known as "white matter."
axons
Axons are covered by connective tissue called endoneurium. Multiple axons are bundled together within fascicles, which are surrounded by perineurium. Finally, the entire nerve is enveloped by epineurium.
the part of the spinal cord that contains mylinated axons is the White matter portion.
Unmyelinated axons have slower conduction velocities compared to myelinated axons. Myelinated axons are able to conduct nerve impulses faster due to the insulation provided by the myelin sheath.
Axons send signals.
Most axons are covered with a protective sheath of myelin, a substance made of fats and protein, which insulates the axon. Myelinated axons conduct neuronal signals faster than do unmyelinated axons.
Nerve impulse is an electrical current, which flows across the axons. So most of the neurons are surrounded by myelin sheath. This sheath gives insulation to the axons. Brain can not function without this insulation.
Nerves are like trees. The have branches call axons.
a nerve is bundled together by neuron fibers. The CELL BODY OF A NERVE or neuron is surrounded by satellite cells.
the axons of the retina culminate in the optic nerve which forms a blind spot on the retina
The tracts of myelinated axons in the central nervous system (CNS) consist of bundles of nerve fibers surrounded by myelin sheaths. These tracts serve as pathways for transmitting electrical impulses between different areas of the CNS, allowing for communication and coordination of functions within the body. The myelin sheath, made up of specialized cells called oligodendrocytes in the CNS, helps to increase the speed and efficiency of nerve impulse transmission along the axons.
In preserved brains, the myelinated axons look white. Therefore, what we call "white matter" is typically made of axons.