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Neur Lecture 1 - Review
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Neur Lecture 1 - Review

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What is the primary function of dendrites in a neuron?

  • Transform electrical signals into chemical signals
  • Receive information and contain receptors for chemical transmitters (correct)
  • Regulate the electrical level of the cell
  • Specialize in the speed of transmission

    • Which part of the neuron senses the overall signal to determine if and when an action potential will occur?

  • Axon hillock (correct)
  • Dendrite
  • Axon
  • Presynaptic terminal

    • What is the function of ion channels in a neuron's integration of incoming information?

  • Regulate the speed of transmission
  • Specialize in receiving input from the outside world
  • Regulate gene expression
  • Regulate integration of incoming information (correct)

    • Which part of the neuron is specialized for the release of chemical signals at the presynaptic terminal?

    <p>Presynaptic terminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are different types of neurons classified based on their function?

    <p>By their function (e.g., sensory, motor, neuroendocrine)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a motor neuron?

    <p>Send output to muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of axons in a neuron's structure?

    <p>Specialize in speed of transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of a neuron contains receptors for chemical transmitters released from other neurons?

    <p>Dendrites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines if and when an action potential will go out from a neuron?

    <p>Ion channels in the axon hillock</p> Signup and view all the answers

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