Question

What is niss'l granules? what is the function of them in neuron?

Answer 1

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A Nissl’s body or Nissl’s granule is a large granular body found in neurons. These granules are rough endoplasmic reticulum and are the site of protein synthesis. It was named after Franz Nissl, German neurologist who first observed them.

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