Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning a Difference

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning a difference between neurons and neuroglia?

• A) Unlike neuroglia, neurons are found in the central nervous system.
• B) Unlike neuroglia, neurons have an axon.
• C) In contrast to neuroglia, neurons are smaller and therefore more of them are found in the nervous system.
• D) In contrast to neuroglia, neurons can multiply in the mature nervous system.

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Definitions:

Major Depressive Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness or a lack of interest in external stimuli.

Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across a chemical synapse, from one neuron (nerve cell) to another target neuron, muscle cell, or gland cell.

Brain Cells

Specialized cells in the brain, including neurons and glial cells, which are responsible for processing and transmitting information throughout the body.

Disorganized Thinking

A state where an individual has trouble organizing their thoughts, often leading to difficulties communicating or making decisions.