University:
Western Oregon University
Course:
BI 102 | General Biology
Academic year:

2021
Views:

211

Pages:

1
Author:

Alma Hester

Name each part of the neuron 1. Dendrites 2. Cell Body 3. Axon Explain the function of each part Receive messages from other cells. They look like trees, so their "branches" stem on each side of the neuron so that it can detect the information. The cell body is the bulky part of the neuron because that's where everything is held. Everything as in all the messages from other neurons. It is the long "traveling" part of the neuron. This is where all the information travels through the neuron to neuron. 4. Myelin Sheath This is the the insulation or protective layer of the axon so it can transport information without any disturbance. 5. Terminal Buttons This is where the neuron gives off something called neurotransmitters, which are chemicals that help give off information through the synapses. This is where the neurons give the information between each neuron, and this happens with the help of neurotransmitters. 6. Synapses