Flashcards in Neurons Deck (7)
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Neurons
Nerve cells, are the basic unit of the nervous system.
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Soma
So body; stores energy for the cell.
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Dendrite
Receives messages from the other neurons and conduct the messages towards the soma.
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Axon
Sends messages to other neurons.
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Axon terminal
The end of the axon that contains neurotransmitters.
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Myelin sheath
Insulates axon so signals can travel quickly.
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