The Part of a Neuron That Contains the Nucleus and Is

question 51

Multiple Choice

The part of a neuron that contains the nucleus and is essential for the life of the neuron is the:

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

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Definitions:

Frits Went

A botanist known for his pioneering work on plant hormones and their role in plant growth and development.

Auxin

A class of plant hormones that play a key role in coordinating growth and behavioral processes, including cell elongation and branching.

Kenneth Thimann

A renowned botanist and biochemist, best known for his work in plant physiology, particularly in the discovery of auxins, a class of plant growth hormones.

Frits Went

A pioneering scientist in botany renowned for his groundbreaking research on the role of plant hormones in growth and development.