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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question
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The basic unit of the nervous system is the:
Options
A Synapse
B Axon
C Nerve cell / neuron
Correct Answer
D Dendrite
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The basic unit of the nervous system is a nerve cell, or neuron. Neurons are specialized cells that transmit electrical and chemical signals throughout the body.

Hint

This specialized cell transmits electrical impulses.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1251 of 2214
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