Axons

question 1

Multiple Choice

Axons:

• A) transmit nerve impulses to terminal buttons and vary in length
• B) are always bundled with other axons to form nerves and are individually very short in length
• C) vary in length depending on whether they send or receive information
• D) are uniform in size throughout the body though capable of serving different functions

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Definitions:

Cardiac Muscle

A type of striated muscle found exclusively in the heart, responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.

Intercalated Discs

Specialized structures in cardiac muscle cells that facilitate the synchronized contraction of the heart through electrical coupling between cells.

Fibers

Fibers are long, thin strands of material, often found in textiles or dietary content, known for their strength, flexibility, or nutritional value.

Pyruvic Acid

A colorless liquid with a fruity smell, considered as a key intersection in several metabolic pathways within the cell.