Which of the following parts of a neuron is covered by fatty sheath?

Axon

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Cyton

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Dendrite

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Node of Ranvier

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Solution

The correct option is A Axon
The long slender projection of a neuron, also known as an axon, which conducts impulse away from the cell body remains covered by a fatty sheath known as myelin sheath.

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