The myelin covering the axon promotes the leakage of ions from an axon, but it promotes conservation of ATP in the neuron.

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Myelin covering the axon actually helps to prevent the leakage of ions and conserves ATP by reducing the need for the neuron to constantly generate action potentials along the length of the axon.

The Myelin Covering the Axon Promotes the Leakage of Ions