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Axons
Definition:
An axon is a long, slender projection that extends from a nerve cell (neuron) and carries electrical impulses away from the cell body to transmit signals to other neurons or target cells.
Senses:
- Neurobiology: Axons are specialized to conduct nerve impulses, allowing communication between different parts of the nervous system.
- Microscopy: Axons can be observed and studied under a microscope to understand their structure and connectivity in neural networks.
Sample Sentences:
- The axons of motor neurons transmit signals from the spinal cord to the muscles, enabling movement.
- Researchers use staining techniques to identify and trace axons in order to map the connections between different brain regions.
- Damaged axons may lead to impairments in sensory or motor functions.
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