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Anatomy of a Neuron
Neurons consist of several different parts, each serving a specialized function. A neuron’s outer surface is made up of a semipermeable membrane. Other parts of the neuron include the dendrite, cell body, axon, and terminal buttons. A myelin sheath covers part of the neuron.
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Dendrites
Axon
Soma (Neuron Cell Body)
Terminal Buttons
Myelin Sheath
A neurological disorder is characterized by a significant slowing of the electrical signal as it travels down the long extension of a nerve cell, leading to symptoms like muscle weakness and poor coordination. Given this information, which part of the nerve cell is most likely deteriorating?
Neural Signal Transmission Disorder
Semipermeable Membrane
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Dendrites
Axon
Soma (Neuron Cell Body)
Terminal Buttons
Myelin Sheath
A neurological disorder is characterized by a significant slowing of the electrical signal as it travels down the long extension of a nerve cell, leading to symptoms like muscle weakness and poor coordination. Given this information, which part of the nerve cell is most likely deteriorating?
Neural Signal Transmission Disorder
Semipermeable Membrane