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Neuron Structures and Functions Quiz

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What is the primary function of the axon in a neuron?

To receive messages from other neurons
To produce neurotransmitters for release at the synapse
To transmit the action potential from the cell body to the terminal buttons (correct)
To provide structural support and shape to the neuron

What is the role of the terminal buttons in a neuron?

To provide structural support and shape to the neuron
To produce the action potential that travels down the axon
To secrete neurotransmitters when an action potential reaches them (correct)
To receive messages from other neurons across the synapse

What is the primary function of anterograde axoplasmic transport in a neuron?

To provide structural support and shape to the neuron
To move materials from the terminal buttons back to the cell body
To generate the action potential that travels down the axon
To move neurotransmitters from the cell body to the terminal buttons (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a component of the endomembrane system in a neuron?

Mitochondria (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum in a neuron?

To contain ribosomes for protein synthesis within the neuron (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the central nervous system (CNS)?

Relays information between the CNS and other parts of the body (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of neuron is responsible for transmitting information from sensory receptors to the central nervous system?

Afferent neurons (B) Signup and view all the answers

The process by which materials are transported along the length of an axon is known as:

Axoplasmic transport (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of terminal buttons?

Directly involved in the generation of action potentials (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the primary function of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?

To transmit information across the synaptic cleft (C) Signup and view all the answers

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