Differences Between Axons and Dendrites and Cytoskeleton Composition
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What is the main role of the Golgi apparatus in a neuron?

  • Breaks down waste products using enzymes
  • Collects, packages, and distributes proteins synthesized in the rough ER (correct)
  • Produces energy sources that cells can use
  • Detoxifies drugs and poisons
  • Where is the action potential primarily generated?

  • Axon (correct)
  • Dendrites
  • Axon terminal
  • Synapse
  • What is the unique characteristic of axons in terms of protein synthesis?

  • Proteins in the axon are produced in the mitochondria
  • Proteins in the axon are made at the synaptic terminals
  • Proteins in the axon are only made in the cell body and then transported to the axon (correct)
  • Proteins in the axon are produced in the Golgi apparatus
  • Which part of the neuron contains no microtubules but numerous synaptic vesicles and mitochondria?

    <p>Axon Terminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it crucial that axons have a unique protein composition compared to other parts of neurons?

    <p>To allow axons to send very long messages by containing special channels, some of which are voltage-gated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are dendrites covered by special proteins called receptors that detect neurotransmitters?

    <p>Axon Terminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes axons from other parts of neurons based on their structural features?

    <p>Axons have no rough ER and few ribosomes, relying on transport mechanisms from the cell body for proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the neuron is characterized by high protein density on the surface facing the synapse?

    <p>Axon Terminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of neuron has only one neurite extending from the body?

    <p>Unipolar neuron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of astrocytes in the brain?

    <p>Regulates extracellular ion content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of neuron typically forms synapses with other effectors?

    <p>Motor neuron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of oligodendroglial cells in the nervous system?

    <p>Myelinate axons in the CNS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of transport in neurons involves moving proteins from the cell body towards the axon terminals?

    <p>Anterograde transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many neurites extend from a multipolar neuron?

    <p>Three or more</p> Signup and view all the answers

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