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Myelin Sheath Electrical Insulation Speeds Impulses Protects Axon

The myelin sheath acts as electrical insulation, speeding up nerve impulses and protecting the axon.

- electrical insulation speeds up impulses - protects axon

Front What does the myelin sheath do?
Back - electrical insulation speeds up impulses
- protects axon

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