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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Nervous Tissue: The Neuron

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Nervous Tissue: The Neuron

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Which process of a neuron receives incoming signals and transmits them to the cell body?

Node of Ranvier

Myelin sheath

Dendrite

Axon

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Understand the structure of a neuron: Neurons are specialized cells that transmit nerve impulses. They consist of a cell body (soma), dendrites, and an axon.

Identify the function of dendrites: Dendrites are branched extensions of the neuron that receive incoming signals from other neurons and transmit these signals to the cell body.

Differentiate between dendrites and axons: While dendrites receive signals, axons are responsible for transmitting signals away from the cell body to other neurons or muscles.

Consider the role of the myelin sheath: The myelin sheath is a fatty layer that covers axons, helping to speed up the transmission of nerve impulses.

Recognize the Node of Ranvier: These are gaps in the myelin sheath along the axon that facilitate rapid signal transmission through saltatory conduction.