Question

The characteristic of a nerve cell that relates directly to its function is its-

• A. Long extensions.
• B. Flat shape.
• C. Ability to change shape.
• D. Ability to engulf bacteria.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Long extensions.

Dendrites extend from the cell body and receive nerve impulses from other neurons. The axon is a long extension of the cell body that transmits nerve impulses to other cells. Long extension of nerve cells directly relates to its function of transmission of impulses.