Axon Guidance Allows Neurons to Connect to Their Appropriate Targets

question 56

Essay

Axon guidance allows neurons to connect to their appropriate targets. Growing neurons must find their targets, some of which are very nearby (such as in a developing embryo) and some of which are farther away. Outline the processes that allow neurons to know the "routes" to take over short and long distances.

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