Question

The function unit of nervous tissue is called as

• A. Cyton
• B. Synapse
• C. Neuron
• D. Axon

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Neuron

The correct option is (C)

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Neurons are the structural and functional units of nervous tissue including motor neurons, sensory neurons, and interneurons.
2. A neuron consists of a cell body, dendrites, and axon which together help in transmitting nerve impulses.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A: Cyton is a large part of fiber present in the nerve and represents the cell body.

Option B: Synapses are neuronal junctions where the transmission of electric nerve impulses takes place between neurons and the effector.

Option D: Axon is the long slender part of a neuron in vertebrates that is connected to the cell body of the adjusting neuron.

Final Answer - The function unit of nervous tissue is called a Neuron.