Unit 2- Neuron Parts Flashcards

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Dendrites

A

Little “branches” at the top of the neuron that RECIEVE information (towards)

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2
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Nucleus

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Contains DNA

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3
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Cell Body (Soma)

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Contains proteins, processes nutrients and provides energy

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4
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Axon

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Carries information to other neurons. (away)

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5
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Myeline Sheath

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insulates and speeds up communication

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6
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Nodes of Ranvier

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gaps in the myeline sheath

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7
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Axon Terminals

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Contains pouches that expel messages to cross the synapse

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