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Multiple Choice
What is the name for a bundle of axons within a nerve?
A
Neuron
B
Fascicle
C
Synapse
D
Ganglion
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Understand the structure of a nerve: A nerve is composed of multiple axons, which are the long, threadlike parts of a neuron that transmit electrical impulses.
Recognize that axons are grouped together in bundles within a nerve. These bundles are surrounded by connective tissue.
Identify the term used for these bundles of axons. In the context of nerve anatomy, a bundle of axons is referred to as a 'fascicle'.
Differentiate between similar terms: A 'neuron' is a single nerve cell, a 'synapse' is the junction between two neurons, and a 'ganglion' is a collection of neuron cell bodies outside the central nervous system.
Conclude that the correct term for a bundle of axons within a nerve is 'fascicle'.