This unit discusses the structure and function of the cells of the nervous system.
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 1: Introduction to neural cell types
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 2: Overview of neuron structure
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 3: Overview of neuron function
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 4: Astrocytes
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 5: Microglia
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 6: Ependymal cells
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 7: Oligodendrocytes
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 8: Schwann cells
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 9: Neuron resting potential description
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 10: Neuron resting potential mechanism
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 11: Neuron graded potential description
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 12: Neuron graded potential mechanism
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 13: Neuron action potential description
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 14: Neuron action potential mechanism
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 15: Effects of axon diameter and myelination
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 16: Action potential patterns
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 17: Synapse structure
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 18: Neurotransmitter release
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 19: Neurotransmitters
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 20: Neurotransmitter receptors
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 21: Neurotransmitter removal
- Level 3 Unit 1 Part 22: Neuroplasticity