Neurons Flashcards

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Cell in Nervous System that transfers messages

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Neuron

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Part of neuron containing nucleus

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Soma

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Tube-like fiber carrying electrical messages

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Axon

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Protective sheath of the axon

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Myelin

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Neuron at rest

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Resting Potential

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Release of neural impulse activating the neuron

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Action Potential

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The way a Neuron gives messages to other cells

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Neurotransmitter

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Space between neurotransmitter and neuron

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Synapse

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Main excitatory neurotransmitter involved in arousal and mood

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Norepinephrine (NE)

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Major inhibitory neurotransmitter in sleep and movement inhibition

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Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)