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

Nervous Tissue: The Neuron

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Nervous Tissue: The Neuron

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Where are the cell bodies of lower motor neurons located?

In the cerebral cortex

In the ventral horn of the spinal cord

In the dorsal root ganglia

In the thalamus

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Understand the role of lower motor neurons: Lower motor neurons are responsible for transmitting signals from the spinal cord to the muscles, enabling movement.

Identify the location of lower motor neurons: Lower motor neurons are located in the spinal cord, specifically in the ventral horn.

Differentiate between the ventral horn and other structures: The ventral horn is part of the gray matter in the spinal cord where motor neurons reside, whereas the dorsal root ganglia contain sensory neurons.

Clarify the function of the ventral horn: The ventral horn contains the cell bodies of motor neurons that directly innervate skeletal muscles.

Recognize the importance of the ventral horn: The ventral horn is crucial for motor control, as it is the site where motor signals are initiated before being transmitted to muscles.