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How myelinated and nonmyelinated neurons differentiated?

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The main difference between these two types of neurons is the speed of conduction of impulse. ... Majority of the neurons in the central and peripheral nervous system are myelinated since they require fast conduction speeds. A neuron with unmyelinated axon has a comparatively lower speed of conduction of the nerve signals.

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