Neuron Structure

​Neuron Structure

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-Dendrite - receive signals - neurotransmitters;

send information TO the cell body

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-Cell body - holds all

cell organelles

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-Axon - long

extension off of cell body; sends signals AWAY from the cell body​

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- axon terminals - hold vesicles with neurotransmitters; send signals across

synapse​

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-Node of Ranvier- gap in myelin sheath on axon; allows signal to jump and go faster

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