Basic structure of neurons Flashcards by Tim Nichols | Brainscape

Q

Cell body

A

synthesizes & packages

macromolecules

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Q

Axon terminal

A

synaptic transmission

to other neurons

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Q

Axon

A

conducts action potentials toward other neurons. THEY SEND

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Q

Dendrites

A

site of most (but not all) synaptic inputs THEY RECEIVE

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Q

Axon terminal

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site of synaptic transmission to other neurons

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