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Graded potentials are localized changes in the membrane potential which vary in magnitude based on the intensity of the incoming stimulus. Unlike action potentials which are typically transmitted over long distances, graded potentials are typically transmitted over short distances. Furthermore, an advantage of having graded potentials is that they allow for a bigger bandwith, and a result, they allow for more information can be transmitted.

Characteristics of Graded Potentials
The amplitudes of these potentials are dependent upon the stimulation intensity. More stronger and potent stimuli result in greater changes in the potentials of the membrane and thus, a more pronounced graded response.

Generator (Receptor) Potentials
Generator potentials occur as a result of stimuli from our environment.

Examples of Neurons With Graded Potentials
A quintessential example of a neural transmission through graded potentials is thee transmission of information from the receptor cells to the interneurons. Similarly, neurons of the eye, such as amacrine and bipolar cells also exhibit this behavior. Presence of the synaptic ribbon is central to this process