Process of Neural Firing

Definition

The process of neural firing refers to how nerve cells (neurons) communicate with each other through electrical impulses called action potentials. These action potentials allow for the transmission of information within the nervous system.

Related terms

Synapse:

A synapse is a junction between two neurons where electrical signals are transmitted through chemical messengers called neurotransmitters.

Resting Potential:

Resting potential refers to the electrical charge across a neuron's membrane when it is not actively transmitting signals. It represents its ready state to fire an action potential.

Neurotransmitters:

Neurotransmitters are chemical substances released by neurons at synapses. They transmit signals from one neuron to another, facilitating the process of neural firing.