The part of a neuron that contains the nucleus and is essential for the life of the neuron is the:
A)axon
B)dendrite
C)cell body
D)myelin sheath

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The cell body, also known as the soma, contains the nucleus and other organelles that are essential for the life and functioning of the neuron. The axon carries nerve impulses away from the cell body, dendrites receive signals from other neurons, and the myelin sheath provides insulation and speeds up the transmission of impulses along the axon, but these structures are not essential for the neuron's survival.

The Part of a Neuron That Contains the Nucleus and Is