The Structure of a Neuron

 
Question 1 of 3
Structure of a Neuron 1

Fill in the gaps in the table below by referring to the numbered diagram and the word options below it. Type the correct words exactly as they are shown in the word list.

dendrites | chemicals | axons | myelin sheath |

signals | instructions | soma | nucleus 

 

 

Name of Structure

Function of Structure

 1

 

Branches extending from the cell body which receive  from other neurons, organs or muscles and pass them on to the cell body

 2

 cell body or 

Provides fuel, manufactures  and keeps the neuron functioning

 3

 

Contains genetic 

 4

 

 Composed of fatty substance that is wrapped around the , this prevents interference from outside electric signals