Dendrites and Axon are parts of which cell?

Dendrites and Axon are parts of which cell?
| Dendrites and Axon are parts of which cell?

A. Red blood cell

B. Neuron

C. Nephron

D. White blood cell

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Right Answer is: B

SOLUTION

The Correct Answer is Option 2 i.e Neuron.

  • Neurons, also known as nerve cells, send and receive signals from the brain.
  • A neuron has 3 parts: the dendrites, the cell body (also called the "soma"), the axon.'
    • Dendrites - It takes information to the cell body.
    • Cell body (soma) - the part of the cell that contains the nucleus.
    • Axon - It takes information away from the cell body.
  • The functional unit of the Kidney is the nephron.
  • Red blood cells also called erythrocytes.
  • Red blood cells help in carrying oxygen throughout the body.
  • Hemoglobin is a pigment in the red blood cells which gives the cells their red color.
  • White blood cells (WBCs) are also called leukocytes.
  • These help in protecting the body against foreign invaders.