The Part of a Neuron That Contains the Nucleus and Keeps

question 117

Multiple Choice

The part of a neuron that contains the nucleus and keeps the entire cell alive and functioning is the __________

• A) axon.
• B) cell membrane.
• C) dendrite.
• D) soma.

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Definitions:

Intervertebral Disk

A fibrocartilaginous cushion serving as a shock absorber between adjacent vertebrae in the spinal column.

Fibrocartilage

A type of tough, dense tissue that has both fibrous and cartilaginous qualities, commonly found in intervertebral discs and joint capsules.

Annulus Fibrosus

The tough outer layer of the intervertebral disc that encloses the soft, gelatinous core called the nucleus pulposus.

Nucleus Pulposus

The inner core of the vertebral disc, composed of a jelly-like material that provides the disc with its ability to absorb shock and maintain spinal flexibility.