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PARTS OF A NEURON Flashcards

1
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Where action potential in a neuron actually starts

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AXON HILLOCK

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2
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Function of myelin sheath

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INSULATOR

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3
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Unmyelinated portion of the axon

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NODES OF RANVIER

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4
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Branches of the axons

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NEURAL FIBRIL

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5
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Terminak portion of a neural fibril that contains NT-containing vesicles

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AXON TERMINAL/BOUTONS/END-FEET

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6
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Space between 2 neurons

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SYNAPSE

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“Receiving” portion (for NTs) of the Neuron

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DENDRITES

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