axolemma
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌæksəˈlɛmə/
Definition
The specialized cell membrane that surrounds the axon of a neuron.
Examples
Ion channels located within the axolemma are essential for the propagation of action potentials.
Damage to the axolemma can disrupt the transmission of signals between neurons.
The axolemma maintains the unique chemical environment required for nerve impulses to function correctly.
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