The Long Appendage Extending from the Cell Body of a Neuron

question 143

Multiple Choice

The long appendage extending from the cell body of a neuron is referred to as the __________.

• A) dendrite
• B) axon
• C) synaptic knob
• D) synaptic cleft

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