Table of contents

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

Introduction to Nervous Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Nervous Tissue

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What is the relationship between neurons and nerves?

Neurons and nerves are the same, with neurons being the structural units of nerves.

Nerves are individual cells, while neurons are bundles of axons from multiple nerves.

Neurons are only found in the brain, while nerves are found throughout the body.

Neurons are individual cells, while nerves are bundles of axons from multiple neurons.

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Understand the basic definitions: Neurons are the fundamental units of the brain and nervous system, responsible for receiving sensory input, sending motor commands, and processing information.

Recognize that neurons are individual cells that consist of a cell body, dendrites, and an axon. The axon is a long, slender projection that conducts electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body.

Identify that nerves are structures in the peripheral nervous system that are composed of bundles of axons from multiple neurons. These bundles are wrapped in connective tissue.

Clarify that while neurons are found throughout the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord, nerves are specifically part of the peripheral nervous system and serve to connect the central nervous system to limbs and organs.

Conclude that the correct relationship is that neurons are individual cells, while nerves are bundles of axons from multiple neurons, facilitating communication between different parts of the body.