HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
CONTROL AND COORDINATION
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Question
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The nerve cells in your body are called neurons. From which part of the neuron is most likely responsible for carrying signals between the cell body and axon terminal?answer choices
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soma
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axon
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Node of Ranvier
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Schwann cell
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The axon carries the action potential to the next neuron. Neurons usually have one or two axons. Some axons are covered with myelin, which acts as an insulator to minimize dissipation of the electrical signal as it travels down the axon, greatly increasing the speed on conduction.
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