The Short Fibers That Extend from the Neuron Allowing It

question 140

Multiple Choice

The short fibers that extend from the neuron allowing it to receive messages from other neurons are __________.

• A) axons
• B) dendrites
• C) nerve bundles
• D) cell membranes

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Definitions:

Vertebrate Embryo

An early developmental stage in vertebrates where the organism is undergoing formation and differentiation of tissues and organs after fertilization.

Nervous System

The complex network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, coordinating its actions and sensory information.

Circulatory System

The system in organisms (particularly in vertebrates) consisting of the heart, blood vessels, and blood, responsible for transporting nutrients, gases, and wastes throughout the body.

Primitive Groove

A depression or furrow on the surface of the early embryo, involved in the process of gastrulation.