Asked by Brajan Arcia Garcia on May 09, 2024

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What is found in the posterior root ganglion of a spinal nerve?

A) A cluster of sensory neuron cell bodies
B) A mass of axons of motor neurons
C) A cluster of cell bodies of interneurons
D) A cluster of motor neuron cell bodies
E) A mass of axons of interneurons

Posterior Root Ganglion

A cluster of nerve cell bodies (neurons) located in the dorsal root of the spinal nerve, involved in transmitting sensory information to the central nervous system.

Sensory Neuron

A type of neuron that transmits signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.

  • Understand the function of peripheral structures in the operation of the nervous system.
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Carlita CottonMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The posterior root ganglion contains a cluster of sensory neuron cell bodies, which are responsible for carrying sensory information to the central nervous system.