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प्रश्न
Define the following:
Axon
उत्तर
Axon - It is a fibre like process of the neuron which carries impulses away from the cell body.
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Rearrange the following in correct sequence pertaining to what is given within brackets at the end.
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Association neuron
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Select the motor nerves from the following group.
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The figure given below is the basic structural and functional unit of the human nervous system. Study the diagram and answer the following questions:
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- Write the technical term for the diagram.
- Name two organs of our nervous system where these cells are richly found.
- How are these cells significant for us?
- Name the cell organelle that is absent in these cells and how does it affect our body metabolism?
- Redraw the same figure and label the following Perikaryon, Axon, Dendrites, Myelin sheath and Node of Ranvier.