Action PotentialWhen a Pyramidal Neuron is stimulated by a
neurotransmitter, a chemical reaction occurs when the
cell membrane allows sodium ions to flow out of the
cell, and potassium ions to flow into the cell. An
Action Potential lasts for about 1 millisecond, or
1/1000 of a second.
Shown left is a slow motion demonstration of an
Action
Potential taking
place within a Pyramidal Neuron Cell.