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Identification and Function of a Neuron

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Identification and Function of a Neuron

Question

The diagram below represents a neuron.
Identification and Function of a Neuron
(a) i) Identify the neuron.
ii) Give a reason.
(b)Identify the parts labeled A and D.
A
D
(c)State the function of neuron.

Answer

(a) i) Sensory neuron / Afferent neuron

ii) - Cell body of the axon
- Short axon
- No dendrites on the cell body

(b) A - schwann cells
D - node of ranvier

(c) Transmits impulse from receptors/ sense organs to central nervous system / brain/ spinal cord.