HBS 2.1.1-2.1.3 TEST

Front

This part of the neuron receives chemical messages from the neurotransmitters of other neurons.

Back

Dendrites

Front

The part of the neuron that insulates the axon and increases the speed of the neural message within the neuron.

Back

Myelin Sheath

Front

This part of the neuron stores then releases neurotransmitters into the synapse.

Back

Axon Terminal

Front

The part of the neuron where action potentials take place.

Back

Axon

Front

What is the part of a neuron that receives signals? Options: Dendrite, Axon, Axon Terminal, Cell Body

Back

Dendrite

Front

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Options: Synapse, Soma, Axon Terminal, Myelin Sheath

Back

Myelin Sheath

Front

What is the part of a neuron that contains the nucleus and organelles? Options: Synapse, Cell Body, Axon, Dendrite

Back

Cell Body

Front

What are the two types of cells found in the nervous system?

Back

Neurons and glial cells

Front

What is a neurotransmitter?

Back

A chemical messenger that transmits signals across a synapse from one neuron to another.

Front

The entire junction between 2 nerves or a nerve and another structure

Back

synapse