Nerve induction

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Nerve Induction

Nerve induction (pronunciation: /nɜːrv ɪnˈdʌkʃən/) is a biological process that involves the stimulation of a nerve to produce a response.

Etymology

The term 'nerve induction' is derived from the Latin words 'nervus' meaning 'sinew, nerve' and 'inductio' meaning 'leading, bringing in'.

Definition

Nerve induction is a process where an electrical or chemical stimulus is applied to a nerve to generate an action potential. This action potential then travels along the nerve fiber, leading to a response in the target tissue or organ.

Related Terms

  • Action Potential: An electrical charge that travels along a nerve fiber in response to a stimulus.
  • Neuron: A nerve cell that is the basic building block of the nervous system.
  • Synapse: The junction between two neurons where nerve impulses are transmitted.
  • Neurotransmitter: A chemical substance that transmits nerve impulses across a synapse.
  • Electrical Stimulation: The use of electric current to stimulate a nerve.
  • Chemical Stimulation: The use of chemicals to stimulate a nerve.

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