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Functional Types of Neurons Quiz
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Functional Types of Neurons Quiz

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What is the main function of dendrites in a neuron?

  • Generate outgoing signals
  • Conduct incoming signals towards the cell body (correct)
  • Contain vesicles filled with neurotransmitter
  • Direct protein synthesis

    • Which part of a neuron contains the genetic information and directs protein synthesis?

  • Nissl bodies
  • Axon
  • Axon hillock
  • Cell body (correct)

    • What is the main role of afferent neurons in signal transmission?

  • Transmit from the CNS
  • Transmit to the CNS (correct)
  • Sum up all incoming signals
  • Generate action potentials

    • What is the function of the axon terminals in a neuron?

    <p>Contain vesicles filled with neurotransmitter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region of the cell body are all incoming signals summed up to generate an action potential?

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

    What is the main function of interneurons (association neurons) in signal transmission?

    <p>Transmit between neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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