Perception
An action potential is a rapid and temporary electrical signal that travels along the membrane of a neuron, allowing for the transmission of information throughout the nervous system. It occurs when a neuron is stimulated beyond a certain threshold, leading to a rapid change in membrane potential that propagates along the axon. This process is crucial for sensory pathways as it enables the communication of sensory information from receptors to the brain.
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