The Part of a Neuron That Carries Impulses Away from the Cell

question 252

Multiple Choice

The part of a neuron that carries impulses away from the cell body is the:

• A)dendrite
• B)Schwann cell
• C)axon
• D)myelin sheath

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Definitions:

Learned Behavior

Behavior that an organism acquires or modifies as a result of experiences or interactions with the environment.

Direct Fitness

An individual's reproductive success, measured by the number of viable offspring it produces. Compare with inclusive fitness.

Proximate Behavior

Immediate, mechanistic explanations for biological functions, focusing on the how and why a behavior happens in the context of environmental stimuli.

Adaptive

The characteristic of being able to adjust or change in response to environmental conditions, ensuring survival and reproduction.