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The integration of multiple EPSPs and IPSPs arriving simultaneously at different locations on the neuron is termed

A. Temporal summation
B. Spatial summation
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C. Saltatory conduction
D. Post-tetanic potentiation

📝 Explanation

Spatial summation is the additive effect of graded potentials occurring at different physical locations (synapses) on the neuron at the same time. Temporal summation occurs at a single synapse over time.

📖 Additional Information

  • Temporal summation
  • Spatial summation
  • Saltatory conduction
  • Post-tetanic potentiation

Spatial summation is the additive effect of graded potentials occurring at different physical locations (synapses) on the neuron at the same time. Temporal summation occurs at a single synapse over time.

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