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RuroumiKenshin
What kind of electricity does our brain use? direct current or alternating current?
Originally posted by Tyger
it uses pulses. the pumping of Potassium ions creats a potential difference in the cells, and when the ions are allowed to permeate back into the cell it produces a traveling pulse along the axon.
Originally posted by Tyger
it uses pulses. the pumping of Potassium ions creats a potential difference in the cells, and when the ions are allowed to permeate back into the cell it produces a traveling pulse along the axon.
DC (Direct Current) electricity flows in one direction and is typically produced by batteries. AC (Alternating Current) electricity constantly changes direction and is the type of electricity used in most homes and buildings.
Electricity travels through our brain via neurons, which are specialized cells that use electrical and chemical signals to communicate with each other.
Our brain primarily uses DC electricity. The electrical signals within our neurons are based on the movement of charged particles, which creates a DC current.
Yes, we can measure the electrical activity of our brain using techniques such as electroencephalography (EEG) or magnetoencephalography (MEG).
Studying the electricity of our brain can help us better understand how our brain works and can lead to advancements in fields such as neuroscience, medicine, and technology. It can also aid in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders and improving brain-computer interfaces.