GENERAL HISTOLOGY

NERVOUS

NEURONS TYPES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The part of the neuron that brings information to the cell body is called a(n) ____
A
dendrite
B
axon
C
nucleus
D
node of Ranvier
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Dendrites are the extensions of a cell body of a neuron. They receive signals from sensory receptors or other neurons and bring them towards the cell body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Dendrites receive input from many other neurons and carry those signals to the cell body. If stimulated enough, a neuron fires an action potential-an electrical impulse that then stimulates other neurons. Large networks of these neurons communicate with each other to generate thoughts and behavior.

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