Asked by karina montoya on May 25, 2024
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Which part of the neuron is responsible for maintaining the life of the cell?
A) axon
B) soma
C) dendrite
D) cell membrane
Soma
In biology, refers to the body of an organism, distinguishing from its germ cells or psyche. In literature, may refer to a narcotic substance used to induce euphoria or oblivion.
- Elucidate the functions of dendrites, axons, and the soma in neuron operations.
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Ikraan MohamedMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The soma, or cell body, is responsible for maintaining the life of the cell. It contains the nucleus and other organelles that are necessary for cellular processes such as protein synthesis and metabolism. The axon and dendrites are responsible for transmitting information to and from the soma, but do not play a direct role in maintaining the cell's life. The cell membrane is important for maintaining the neuron's structure, but it does not specifically maintain the cell's life.
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the functions of dendrites, axons, and the soma in neuron operations.