The Portion of a Neuron That Carries Information in the Form

question 13

Multiple Choice

The portion of a neuron that carries information in the form of a nerve impulse (action potential) is called the ________.

• A) soma
• B) Nissl body
• C) axon
• D) dendrite
• E) myelin

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Definitions:

Electrolysis

The decomposition of a chemical compound or metals caused by an electric current.

Separating Elements

Components or techniques used in systems and processes to divide, isolate, or detach different substances or parts.

Electrically

Pertaining to or operated by electricity; involving, derived from, or related to electricity.

Ionization Potential

The minimum amount of energy required to remove the most loosely bound electron from an isolated neutral atom or molecule.