When the myelin coating is damaged, the ___________.
A)neurons are not capable of an action potential
B)timing of nerve impulses to the muscles is interrupted
C)chemical transmission stops
D)person cannot think

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The myelin sheath acts as an insulating layer around nerve fibers, speeding up the transmission of electrical signals along the nerve cells. When it is damaged, the speed and timing of these signals to muscles and other areas are disrupted, leading to conditions such as multiple sclerosis. The other options are not directly related to the primary function of myelin.

When the Myelin Coating Is Damaged, the ___________