Histology - Nervous Tissue Images
These are two types of synaptic connections found on a single neuron. Axoaxonic synapses regulate neurotransmitter release from another axon, while axodendritic synapses transmit signals directly to dendrites, influencing neuronal activity. Junctional folds are specialized structures in muscle cells at neuromuscular junctions. They increase surface area for acetylcholine receptors, enhancing the efficiency of nerve-to-muscle signal transmission.
Key Terms
axoaxonic and axodendritic synapse synapsing on a single neuron.
Junctional folds in neuromuscular synapses
neuromuscular synapse
PNS myelin sheath - A = basal lamina, B = endoneurium
Connective tissue of peripheral nerves
Nerve Fascia
Related Flashcard Decks
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
axoaxonic and axodendritic synapse synapsing on a single neuron. | |
Junctional folds in neuromuscular synapses | |
neuromuscular synapse | |
PNS myelin sheath - A = basal lamina, B = endoneurium | |
Connective tissue of peripheral nerves | |
Nerve Fascia | |
connective tissue of peripheral nerves 2 | |
unmyelinated nerve fibers (arrows) |