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Electricity within the Human Body
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Electricity within the Human Body

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What is the main function of dendrites in a neuron?

  • Containing the nucleus of the cell
  • Transmitting electrical messages away from the cell body
  • Generating electrical and biochemical signals in the second cell
  • Receiving electrical messages from other neurons towards the cell body (correct)
  • What is the role of axon terminals in a neuron?

  • Containing the nucleus of the cell
  • Receiving electrical messages from other neurons towards the cell body
  • Transmitting electrical messages from the neuron to muscles, glands or other neurons (correct)
  • Carrying information to the cell body
  • What is the basic structure unit of the nervous system specialized for reception, interpretation, and transmission of electrical signals or messages?

  • Dendrite
  • Neuron (correct)
  • Synapse
  • Axon
  • What is the function of the axon in a neuron?

    <p>Transmitting electrical messages away from the cell body into the nerve terminals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of electricity generated inside the body?

    <p>Communication between organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nervous system controls internal organs such as the heart and intestines?

    <p>Autonomic nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the synapse located in a neuron?

    <p>On the dendrites or on the cell body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two aspects of electricity and magnetism are involved in medicine according to the passage?

    <p>Internal effects and external applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

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