Khan Academy on a Stick

Overview of neuron structure

This video introduces the structure and structural types of neurons. By Matt Jensen.

Nervous system introduction

Introduction to neural cell types
Anatomy of a neuron
Overview of neuron structure
Overview of neuron function
Sodium potassium pump
Correction to sodium and potassium pump video
Electrotonic and action potential
Saltatory conduction in neurons
Synapse structure
Neuronal synapses (chemical)
Types of neurotransmitters
Types of neurotransmitter receptors
Structure of the nervous system
Functions of the nervous system
Motor unit
Peripheral somatosensation
Muscle stretch reflex
Autonomic nervous system
Upper motor neurons
Somatosensory tracts
Cerebral cortex

If the above player doesn't work, try this direct link.

All Khan Academy content is available for free at www.khanacademy.org.
This collection was created November 2014.