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
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2 kinds of cells

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  1. Neurons
  2. Neuroglia
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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

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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

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