Neurons

Neurons

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the neuron's Cell Body?

Back

The cell body controls the actions of the neuron and contains the nucleus.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What direction does the electrical signal travel through the neuron?

Back

The electrical signal travels from dendrites, down the axon, and out the axon terminals.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the neuron's nucleus?

Back

The nucleus controls the actions of the neuron and contains genetic material.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do Dendrites do?

Back

Dendrites intake information from other neurons.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the Axon?

Back

The axon transmits electrical impulses away from the cell body to other neurons.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Myelin Sheath?

Back

Myelin sheath is a fatty layer that insulates the axon and speeds up electrical signal transmission.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are Axon Terminals?

Back

Axon terminals are the endpoints of an axon where neurotransmitters are released to communicate with other neurons.

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