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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which part of the neuron receives incoming signals from other neurons?
Options
A Dendrites
Correct Answer
B Axon terminals
C Myelin sheath
D Nodes of Ranvier
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Dendrites are highly branched, tree-like extensions of the neuron cell body that receive chemical signals (neurotransmitters) from the axon terminals of neighboring neurons.

Hint

The name of this structure comes from the Greek word for 'tree'.

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