Structure of neuron Flashcards
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what is the structure and function of number 1
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The dendrites
Function: receives information from other neurons
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What is the structure and function of number 3
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Soma
cell body (contains the nucleus)
3
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What is the structure and function of number 2
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nucleus
Power house of the cell
4
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What is the structure and function of number 6
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the terminal buttons
forms synapses with other neurons
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What is the structure and function of number 4
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the axon
conveys information from the soma of the neuron to its terminal button
