Axons

question 1

Multiple Choice

Axons:

• A) transmit nerve impulses to terminal buttons and vary in length
• B) are always bundled with other axons to form nerves and are individually very short in length
• C) vary in length depending on whether they send or receive information
• D) are uniform in size throughout the body though capable of serving different functions

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Definitions:

Luteinizing Hormone

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that triggers ovulation and stimulates the production of progesterone in females, and testosterone in males.

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone

A hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles in females and the production of sperm in males.

Menstrual Cycle

A regular natural change that occurs in the female reproductive system, making pregnancy possible.

Ovulation

The release of an egg from an ovary in females, part of the menstrual cycle.