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Motor End Plate

Definition: Motor end plate refers to the specialized area on a muscle fiber where the nerve ending and the muscle fiber meet, enabling the transmission of nerve impulses to initiate muscle contraction.

Usage and Senses:

1. Anatomy: Motor end plate is a vital component of the neuromuscular junction, where the nervous system interacts with muscles, facilitating voluntary movement.
2. Physiology: The motor end plate plays a significant role in the depolarization process, allowing the release of neurotransmitters such as acetylcholine that trigger muscle fiber contraction.

Sample Sentences:

1. The motor end plate is where the action potential generated by a motor neuron is transmitted to a muscle fiber.
2. Damage to the motor end plate can impair muscle functions and lead to neuromuscular disorders.
3. When the nerve impulse reaches the motor end plate, it causes the release of acetylcholine, activating the muscle fibers.

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