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Myelin Sheath

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The myelin sheath is an insulating layer around nerves, including those in the brain and spinal cord. It allows electrical impulses to transmit quickly along the nerve cells.

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