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Which part of a neuron transmits an electrical signal to a target cell? a. dendrites b. soma c. cell body d. axon

Name: Problem 11, Chapter 12: Anatomy & Physiology
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Description: Which part of a neuron transmits an electrical signal to a target cell? a. dendrites b. soma c. cell body d. axon

   Which part of a neuron transmits an electrical signal to
a target cell?
a. dendrites
b. soma
c. cell body
d. axon

Anatomy & Physiology

J. Gordon Betts,… 1st Edition

Chapter 12, Problem 11

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06/21/2020

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Axon

The axon is the elongated projection of a neuron that is responsible for transmitting electrical impulses away from the cell body. It is essential for long-distance communication within the nervous system, ensuring that signals reach other neurons, muscles, or gland cells effectively.

Neuron Structure

Neurons are specialized cells composed of several parts including dendrites, a cell body (soma), and an axon. Each of these components plays a critical role in neural communication, where dendrites receive incoming signals, the cell body processes these signals, and the axon carries the output signal to target cells.

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