Neurons, Synapses, and Signaling Explained — Action Potentials, Neurotransmission, and Nervous System Function | Chapter 48 of Campbell Biology
Neurons, Synapses, and Signaling Explained — Action Potentials, Neurotransmission, and Nervous System Function | Chapter 48 of Campbell Biology The nervous system is the command center of the animal body, relying on specialized cells called neurons to transmit, process, and integrate information with astonishing speed and precision. Chapter 48 of Campbell Biology introduces the structural and functional properties of neurons and synapses, explaining how electrical and chemical signals flow through neural networks to orchestrate movement, perception, and homeostasis. Watch the podcast summary below for a comprehensive overview, then keep reading for expanded explanations, glossary terms, and essential concepts behind neuronal communication and nervous system function. Introduction: Neurons—The Building Blocks of the Nervous System Neurons are highly specialized cells responsible for receiving, processing, and transmitting information throughout the nervous system. Each n...