Which Part of the Neuron Is Responsible for Maintaining the Life

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which part of the neuron is responsible for maintaining the life of the cell?

• A) axon
• B) soma
• C) dendrite
• D) cell membrane

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Definitions:

Supertaster

An individual with a heightened sensitivity to the tastes of foods, especially bitter and sweet, due to a higher density of taste buds.

Sweet and Bitter Tastes

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Head Cold

An informal term for a common cold that primarily affects the nose and throat.

Taste Buds

Small sensory organs found on the tongue, capable of detecting the five elements of taste perception: sweetness, bitterness, sourness, saltiness, and umami.