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What describes a unipolar neuron?
What types of neurons are unipolar neurons?
Sensory neurons
Where are the cell bodies of unipolar neurons located?
What characterizes a bipolar neuron?
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In which special senses can bipolar neurons be found?
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What is a characteristic of multipolar neurons?
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Where are multipolar neurons predominantly found?
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Study Notes
Unipolar Neurons
- Characterized by a single process emerging from the cell body.
- Primarily function as sensory neurons, transmitting sensory information.
- Dendrites collect sensory data, often directly from stimuli.
- Cell bodies located in ganglia outside the central nervous system.
Bipolar Neurons
- Possess two processes extending from opposite sides of the cell body: one axon and one dendrite.
- Associated with special senses:
- Olfactory epithelium for smell.
- Retina for visual processing.
- Inner ear for hearing and equilibrium.
Multipolar Neurons
- Contain one axon and multiple dendrites, allowing for complex connections.
- Represent the majority of neurons in the central nervous system (CNS).
- All motor neurons are classified as multipolar, facilitating motor control and response.
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Description
This quiz explores the different types of neurons, including unipolar, bipolar, and multipolar neurons. Reference information regarding their structures, functions, and locations in the nervous system is provided. Test your understanding of how these neurons contribute to sensory and motor processes.
