The Part of the Nerve Cell That Carries Information Away

question 389

Multiple Choice

The part of the nerve cell that carries information away from the cell body to other neurons is the

• A)axon.
• B)dendrite.
• C)soma.
• D)synapse.

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Definitions:

Tropic Hormones

Hormones that have other endocrine glands as their target, stimulating them to release other hormones.

Anterior Pituitary

The front portion of the pituitary gland, which secretes hormones that regulate a wide range of bodily functions, including growth, reproduction, and metabolism.

Prolactin

A hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates milk production after childbirth.

Last Trimester

The final third of a pregnancy, typically encompassing weeks 28 through 40, characterized by significant growth and development of the fetus.