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Chapter 23, Problem 28CQ
(a)
To determine
If the distance between the nodes of Ranvier was halved for particular axon means, find the effects of the resistance and capacitance of one segment.
(b)
To determine
If the distance between the nodes of Ranvier was halved for particular axon means, find the effects of the time constant for charging of one segment.
(c)
To determine
If the distance between the nodes of Ranvier was halved for particular axon means, find the effects of the signal propagation speed for axon.
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