Nervous Tissue Flashcards
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Nervous tissue
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- Consist of: cell body, dendrites, axons
- Carry sensory OR motor info
- Perform integrative functions
- Neuroglia ~ protects + support neurons
2
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2 kinds of cells
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- Neurons
- Neuroglia
3
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Neurons
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• cell body + dendrites + a single axon
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- Neuroglia
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• do not generate nerve impulses ; have alternate supporting functions
5
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Function
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• stimuli —> nerve impulses ; conducts nerve impulses to neurons, muscle fibers, or glands
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Location
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• Nervous system