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Which type of conduction occurs in myelinated neurons, allowing impulses to jump between nodes of Ranvier?

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Continuous conduction Chemical conduction Saltatory conduction Correct Synaptic transmission

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Saltatory conduction occurs in myelinated neurons, allowing impulses to jump between nodes of Ranvier, increasing speed.

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