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Which part of the neuron is responsible for sending messages to other neurons?
Which part of the neuron is responsible for sending messages to other neurons?
- Dendrite
- Axon
- Terminal buttons (correct)
- Cell body
What is the function of excitatory neurotransmitters?
What is the function of excitatory neurotransmitters?
- Depolarizing the neuron (correct)
- Hyperpolarizing the neuron
- Decreasing the likelihood of action potential
- None of the above
What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
- Sending messages to other neurons
- Releasing neurotransmitters
- Linking neurons in circuits (correct)
- Generating electricity
How many other neurons can a single neuron pass messages to?
How many other neurons can a single neuron pass messages to?
Which part of the brain controls the opposite side of the body?
Which part of the brain controls the opposite side of the body?
Which part of the neuron is responsible for sending messages to other neurons?
Which part of the neuron is responsible for sending messages to other neurons?
What is the function of excitatory neurotransmitters?
What is the function of excitatory neurotransmitters?
What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
How many other neurons can a single neuron pass messages to?
How many other neurons can a single neuron pass messages to?
Which side of the brain controls the right side of the body?
Which side of the brain controls the right side of the body?