PATHOLOGY MCQ
NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Question
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The function of the dendrites is
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A Receives information from other cells,
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B. carry the message to the cell body.
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A & B
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Neither A or B
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -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.
Detailed explanation-2: -Function: The two work together. Axons help messages move through your body systems, and dendrites receive and process those messages from the axons. Quantity: A neuron may have just one axon, while it may have more than one set of dendrites.
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