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Types of Neuron

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Question

Draw a neuron and label the following:
the part that transmits the impulses to another neuron.

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Solution

Axon

The Axon is the elongated cylindrical process of neurons and shows the presence of myelin sheath.

Its function is to take impulses away from the cell body towards the axon ending of the nerve cells.

This portion is responsible for the transmission of the nerve signals.

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Q. Question 21
Which of the following statements about transmission of nerve impulse is incorrect?

(a) Nerve impulse travels from dendritic end towards axonal end.
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(c) The chemicals released from the axonal end of one neuron cross the synapse and generate a similar electrical impulse in a dendrite of another neuron.
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