Anatomy and Physiology Course Lesson 4.5: Action potentials and synaptic communication.

Trace the ion movements involved in an action potential. Explain how neurotransmitter release and receptors transfer a signal to the next cell.

Focus for this topic

• Trace the ion movements involved in an action potential.
• Explain how neurotransmitter release and receptors transfer a signal to the next cell.

Recommended study time: 80–110 minutes. Objective: AP-M04-04.

Your study sequence

Use Next to continue through the PHA Learning Guide and textbook readings in this topic. Work through the pages in order and connect the examples to the topic’s learning goals. Planning estimates are flexible; work at your own pace.