Match the part of the neuron to its description (answers may be used more than once).
-receive(s)most of the incoming synapses
A)dendrites
B)axon
C)cell body

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Dendrites receive most of the incoming synapses from other neurons.

Answer: C
 The cell body is the area of the neuron where the nucleus is located and where most cellular processes occur. It also receives some incoming synapses.

Answer: B
 The axon is the long extension of the neuron that sends impulses to other neurons or muscles. It does not receive synapses but instead sends them to other neurons.

Match the Part of the Neuron to Its Description (Answers