The part of the neuron that is covered with myelin is referred to as... a. Axon b. Spinal cord c. Dendrites d. Myelin sheath
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A neuron consists of several parts, including the axon, dendrites, and the cell body (soma). The axon is the long, tail-like part that transmits signals away from the neuron's cell body. Dendrites are the branched projections that receive signals from other Show more…
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