How Do You Spell ANELECTROTONUS?

Pronunciation: [ˈe͡ɪnlɪktɹˌə͡ʊtə͡ʊnəs] (IPA)

Anelectrotonus is a term used in physiology that refers to the decrease in the excitability of a nerve when it is exposed to a weak electrical current. The word is spelled as "æ-nɛ-lɛk-troʊ-toh-nəs" using IPA phonetic transcription. The first two letters, "æ" represents the sound of the "a" in "cat". The stress is placed on the second syllable, "lek". The letter "oʊ" represents the diphthong sound of "o" and "u". The word combines Latin and Greek roots, with "an" meaning "without" and "electrotonus" meaning "the state of being affected by electricity".

ANELECTROTONUS Meaning and Definition

1. Anelectrotonus refers to a physiological phenomenon that occurs in nerve fibers, particularly in relation to the change in excitability of a region of the nerve membrane. It is defined as the decrease or inhibition of the normal nerve impulse conduction when a weak stimulus is applied to a specific section of a nerve fiber. Specifically, during anelectrotonus, the passage of an electrical current along the nerve fiber results in localized changes in the electrical properties of the membrane.

   When an anode (positive electrode) is placed near the section of the nerve fiber involved, an electrotonic potential is created, which leads to a decrease in the excitability of the nerve membrane. Conversely, when a cathode (negative electrode) is placed nearby, the potential increase in excitability is termed catelectrotonus.

   In anelectrotonus, the strength and duration of the electrical stimulus determine the intensity of the inhibition of nerve conduction. A stronger stimulus applied for a longer duration generally results in a greater decrease in excitability. This phenomenon is crucial for the understanding of nerve conduction and the various factors that can modulate it.

   Overall, anelectrotonus plays a significant role in the way nerve fibers respond to electrical stimuli, aiding in the comprehension of nerve function and the underlying mechanisms involved.

2. The lessened irritability and conductivity of a nerve in the neighborhood of the anode, during the passage of an electric current through it.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for ANELECTROTONUS

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Etymology of ANELECTROTONUS

The word "anelectrotonus" is derived from the ancient Greek language. It combines two Greek terms: "ana" meaning "up" or "again", and "elektron" meaning "amber" or "electricity". Furthermore, "tonos" means "tension" or "tone". Thus, the word "anelectrotonus" can be understood as "the state of increased tension or tone due to electricity or electric stimulus". It is commonly used in the context of bioelectricity and refers to the increased excitability of nervous tissue in response to electrical stimulation.