Asked by Brittany Turner on Sep 28, 2024
Which part of the neuron typically receives information,and which part of the neuron typically sends information
A) Dendrites receive, and the soma sends.
B) The axon receives, and the soma sends.
C) The axon receives, and dendrites send.
D) Dendrites receive, and the axon sends.
Dendrites
Branch-like extensions of neurons that receive signals from other neurons.
Axon
A long, slender projection of a nerve cell that typically conducts electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body.
Soma
The body of a neuron, containing the nucleus and metabolic machinery necessary for maintaining cell functions.
- Recognize the parts of a neuron and their respective roles.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the parts of a neuron and their respective roles.