Question

Describe the structure of a nerve cell.

Answer 1

Nerve cells are also known as neurons.

A neuron consists of 3 parts -

(i) Cell body − It contains a nucleus and cytoplasm.

(ii) Axon − It is a long part arising from the cell body. It transmits impulses away from the cell body.

(iii) Dendrites − These are short, branched parts arising from the cell body. They receive the nerve impulses.