Questions: The part of the neuron that is specialized for sending impulses to other neurons is the: dendrite. axon. cell body. myelin sheath.

The part of the neuron that is specialized for sending impulses to other neurons is the: dendrite. axon. cell body. myelin sheath.
Transcript text: The part of the neuron that is specialized for sending impulses to other neurons is the: dendrite. axon. cell body. myelin sheath.
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Solution Steps

Step 1: Identify the neuron part responsible for sending impulses.

The question asks about the part of the neuron that sends impulses to other neurons.

Step 2: Recall neuron structure and function.

Neurons have three main parts:

  • Dendrites: Receive signals from other neurons.
  • Cell body (Soma): Contains the nucleus and other cellular machinery.
  • Axon: Transmits signals to other neurons. The myelin sheath is a fatty insulation around the axon that speeds up signal transmission.

Final Answer

Axon

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