Which one of the following is not one of the primary components of a neuron?

A. Axon
B. Soma
C. Postsynaptic membrane
D. Dendrite


ANS: C
Rationale: The primary components of a neuron consist of dendrites, which transmit information toward the cell body; the soma or cell body, which synthesizes neurotransmitters; axons, which transmit information away from the cell body to a target cell; and presynaptic terminals, which release neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft.

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