Question

match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions. the fundamental structural and functional unit of the nervous system, responsible for transmitting and processing information. branch - like extensions of a neuron that receive signals from other neurons or sensory receptors. the main output structure of a neuron, responsible for transmitting electrical signals away from the cell body. specialized junction where a neuron communicates with another neuron or a target cell. question 2 2 pts

Explanation:

• Neuron: As per the definition, it is the fundamental structural and functional unit of the nervous system that transmits and processes information.
• Dendrite: These are the branch - like structures of a neuron that receive signals from other neurons or sensory receptors.
• Axon: It is the main output structure of a neuron, responsible for transmitting electrical signals away from the cell body.
• Synapse: A specialized junction where a neuron communicates with another neuron or a target cell.

Answer:

1. Neuron
2. Dendrite
3. Axon
4. Synapse