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The long thread like structure arising from the cyton of nerve cells are


A

tendons

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B

axons

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C

neurons

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D

dendrites

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Solution

The correct option is B

axons


Correct option is B:

Explanation of the correct option:

  1. Axon is the long thread like structure extending from the cyton.
  2. Axon may or may not be covered by myelinated sheath.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

  1. Tendons connect the muscle to the bones.

Option C :

  1. Neuron is the basic unit of nervous system.
  2. Neuron has a cell body, dendrites and axon.

Option D:

  1. Dendrites are the part of the neuron.
  2. They are the small fibers coming out of the cyton

Final answer:The long thread like structure arising from the cyton of nerve cells are axon.


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