Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-cell process that transmits nerve impulses away from the cell body
A)Neuron
B)Neuroglia
C)Axon
D)Soma
E)Dendrite

Question

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The axon is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses away from the cell body.

Answer: A
 A neuron is a specialized cell that transmits electrical impulses throughout the body.

Answer: E
 Dendrites are branching extensions of a neuron that receive incoming signals or impulses from other neurons.

Answer: D
 Soma, also known as the cell body, contains the nucleus and other organelles necessary for the neuron's function.

Answer: B
 Neuroglia are supportive cells in the nervous system that provide structure and protection for neurons.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition