What is myelin? A. Projection on a neuron cell body that is sensitive to stimuli B. Another name for the cell body of a neuron C. A membrane wrapping on an axon that increases the speed of action potential propogation D. A long, slender process of a neuron that is capable of conducting nerve impulses

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What is myelin?

A. Projection on a neuron cell body that is sensitive to stimuli

B. Another name for the cell body of a neuron

C. A membrane wrapping on an axon that increases the speed of action potential propogation

D. A long, slender process of a neuron that is capable of conducting nerve impulses

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The complex organ system present in the human body that functions in organizing all metabolic reactions in the
body can be described as the nervous system. The communication between this system and other portions of the
body can be observed with the help of nerve cells. These interconnected nerve cells, also referred to as neurons,
functions in providing communication facility between two regions of the body.

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