axolemma
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In neuroscience, the axolemma (, and 'axo-' from axon) is the cell membrane of an axon, the branch of a neuron through which signals (action potentials) are transmitted. The axolemma is a three-layered, lipid bilayer membrane. Under standard electron microscope preparations, the structure is approximately 8 nanometers thick.
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- Composition
- Function
- The axolemma's role in the generation of action potentials
- References
In neuroscience, the axolemma (, and 'axo-' from axon) is the cell membrane of an axon, the branch of a neuron through which signals (action potentials) are transmitted. The axolemma is a three-layered, lipid bilayer membrane. Under standard electron microscope preparations, the structure is approximately 8 nanometers thick.
none|thumb|631x631px|An animated diagram and histology slide of an axon, that shows the location of the axolemma relative to the axon.
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