Which of the Following Statements About Axons Is TRUE

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about axons is TRUE?

• A) Neurons that have a myelin sheath do not have an axon.
• B) Axons often have branches near their tips that allow the neuron to communicate information to more than one target.
• C) Axon terminals receive information from other neurons and from sensory receptor cells.
• D) Unmyelinated axons fire 20 times faster than do neurons with myelin sheaths.

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Definitions:

Visceral Smooth Muscle

Muscle tissue found within the walls of internal organs such as the stomach and intestines, involved in involuntary movements.

Peristalsis

The rhythmic contraction of muscles that propels contents through the digestive system, ensuring the process of digestion progresses efficiently.

Blood Vessels

are tubular structures carrying blood throughout the body, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Peristalsis

A series of wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract from the esophagus to the colon.