Neurons

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

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

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What direction does the electrical signal travel through the neuron?

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

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What is the role of the neuron's nucleus?

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

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What do Dendrites do?

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Dendrites intake information from other neurons.

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What is the function of the Axon?

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

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What is Myelin Sheath?

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

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What are Axon Terminals?

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

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What is a Neuron?

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A neuron is a specialized cell that transmits nerve impulses throughout the body.

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What are Neurotransmitters?

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Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another.

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What is the Synapse?

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The synapse is the junction between two neurons where communication occurs.