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What are neurons primarily specialized for?
What are neurons primarily specialized for?
Which part of the neuron contains the nucleus?
Which part of the neuron contains the nucleus?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a neuron?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a neuron?
What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?
What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?
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How many major parts do neurons generally consist of?
How many major parts do neurons generally consist of?
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Study Notes
Physiology of Nervous System
- The Nervous System is a complex network of nerves and nerve cells (neurons) that carry signals to and from the brain and spinal cord to different parts of the body.
Neurons
- Neurons are cells specialized for reception and transmission of nerve impulses.
- A neuron consists of three major parts:
Structure of Neuron
- Soma: the main body of the neuron, contains specialized cytoplasm, a single nucleus, and other granules.
- Dendrites: a great number of branching extensions from the soma that conduct towards the cell body.
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Learn about the complex network of nerves and nerve cells, including the structure and function of neurons, and their role in transmitting signals to and from the brain and spinal cord.
