The Neuron

The Neuron

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11th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

This part of the neuron receives chemical messages from the neurotransmitters of other neurons.

Back

Dendrites

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The part of the neuron that insulates the axon and increases the speed of the neural message within the neuron.

Back

Myelin Sheath

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

This part of the neuron stores then releases neurotransmitters into the synapse.

Back

Axon Terminal

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The part of the neuron where action potentials take place.

Back

Axon

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The correct direction of the neural impulse within one neuron.

Back

Dendrite to Axon Terminal

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the part of a neuron that receives signals? Options: Dendrite, Axon, Axon Terminal, Cell Body

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Back

Dendrite

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the part of a neuron that transmits signals to other neurons? Options: Dendrite, Axon, Axon Terminal, Cell Body

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Back

Axon Terminal

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