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What is the cell body?
What is the cell body?
Large area which contains cell nucleus or power plant.
What are dendrites?
What are dendrites?
Receives information and transmits impulses toward the cell body.
What is the function of the nucleous?
What is the function of the nucleous?
Command center of neuron.
What do axons do?
What do axons do?
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What is the myelin sheath?
What is the myelin sheath?
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What are axon terminals?
What are axon terminals?
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Study Notes
Neuron Structure and Function
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Cell Body: Central part of the neuron that houses the nucleus; crucial for maintaining the cell's health and function, often referred to as the "power plant."
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Dendrites: Extensions from the cell body that receive signals from other neurons and transmit these impulses toward the cell body, playing a key role in communication between neurons.
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Nucleous: The command center of the neuron, responsible for controlling cellular activities and the synthesis of proteins necessary for neuron function.
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Axons: Long projections that carry impulses away from the cell body toward the axon terminals; vital for sending signals to other neurons or muscles.
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Myelin Sheath: Protective layer of insulation surrounding the axon; facilitates faster transmission of electrical impulses along the axon, enhancing communication speed in the nervous system.
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Axon Terminals: The branching end points of axons where neurotransmitters are released to transmit signals to adjacent neurons or muscle cells, completing the communication process.
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Test your knowledge on the components of a neuron with this quiz. Each question focuses on key terms such as cell body, dendrites, and axons. Perfect for students studying biology or neurology.
