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What is the primary function of an axon?
What is the primary function of an axon?
- To carry impulses away from the cell body to other neurons. (correct)
- To synthesize proteins for the neuron.
- To provide structural support to the cell body.
- To receive signals from other neurons.
Which structural characteristic is most typical of an axon?
Which structural characteristic is most typical of an axon?
- Spherical and located within the cell nucleus.
- Long and thin, extending from the cell body. (correct)
- Cuboidal and forming the myelin sheath.
- Short and wide with numerous branches.
In which direction does an axon typically carry a nerve impulse?
In which direction does an axon typically carry a nerve impulse?
- From other neurons towards the cell body.
- From sensory receptors directly to the brain.
- From the cell body to other neurons or target cells. (correct)
- Randomly, depending on the stimulus.
What distinguishes an axon from dendrites in terms of function?
What distinguishes an axon from dendrites in terms of function?
If an axon is damaged, what immediate effect would this have on neuron function?
If an axon is damaged, what immediate effect would this have on neuron function?
Which cellular component is continuous with the axon and provides its cytoplasm?
Which cellular component is continuous with the axon and provides its cytoplasm?
What role do axons play in neural circuits within the nervous system?
What role do axons play in neural circuits within the nervous system?
How does the length of an axon relate to its function?
How does the length of an axon relate to its function?
Which of the following is NOT a primary characteristic of an axon?
Which of the following is NOT a primary characteristic of an axon?
What is the significance of the axon's connection to the cell body?
What is the significance of the axon's connection to the cell body?
How do axons contribute to the overall communication network within the brain?
How do axons contribute to the overall communication network within the brain?
What would happen if the flow of cytoplasm within an axon was blocked?
What would happen if the flow of cytoplasm within an axon was blocked?
In what way does the physical structure of the axon support its function?
In what way does the physical structure of the axon support its function?
How does the axon ensure that nerve impulses travel in one direction only?
How does the axon ensure that nerve impulses travel in one direction only?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the axon and the neuron's cell body?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the axon and the neuron's cell body?
What would be the most likely consequence if the axon of a motor neuron were severed?
What would be the most likely consequence if the axon of a motor neuron were severed?
How does the axon's structure contribute to the speed of nerve impulse transmission?
How does the axon's structure contribute to the speed of nerve impulse transmission?
What cellular processes within the cell body are essential for maintaining the function of the axon?
What cellular processes within the cell body are essential for maintaining the function of the axon?
How does the axon contribute to the function of sensory neurons?
How does the axon contribute to the function of sensory neurons?
Consider a neuron with a damaged cell body. How would this damage directly affect the axon?
Consider a neuron with a damaged cell body. How would this damage directly affect the axon?
Flashcards
Axon
Axon
A long, thin cytoplasmic extension that carries impulses away from the neuron's cell body to other neurons.
