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Which part of a neuron is responsible for receiving signals from other neurons?
Which part of a neuron is responsible for receiving signals from other neurons?
- Axon
- Cell body
- Terminal button
- Dendrite (correct)
What is the role of glial cells in the nervous system?
What is the role of glial cells in the nervous system?
- To generate action potentials
- To transmit signals between neurons
- To provide structural support to neurons (correct)
- To regulate neurotransmitter levels
What is an action potential?
What is an action potential?
- A neurotransmitter that inhibits neuronal activity
- A structure that connects two neurons together
- A brief electrical impulse that travels along the axon of a neuron (correct)
- A chemical signal that transmits information between neurons
What happens when the action potential reaches the terminal button?
What happens when the action potential reaches the terminal button?
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How does an agonist differ from an antagonist?
How does an agonist differ from an antagonist?
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