Alicia is studying for a quiz on the parts of the neuron. She is having trouble remembering that the part(s) of the neuron that receive(s) the incoming message is/are called _____, which are considered part of the postsynaptic side of the neuron.

a. axons
b. soma
c. dendrites
d. ribosomes


Correct choice is c. dendrites

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The Latin phrase omnis cellula e cellula refers to a cellular principle. Which of the following statements is the best translation of this phrase?

A) Tissues are composed of similar cells. B) Cells generally are found in clusters. C) All cells arise only from preexisting cells. D) Organs are composed of tissues and cells. E) The cell is the basic unit of structure.

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The state during which muscle cells require more ATP than cellular respiration can provide is known as ____

a. summation b. tetanus c. paralysis d. lactic acid debt e. oxygen debt

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Senses whose receptors are in the skin, muscles, joints, or viscera are called _______ senses.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Identify two structural components of the cytoskeleton, and briefly describe their function(s).What will be an ideal response?

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