👉 Dendrites, also known as axons or trunks in neuroscience, are structures within a neuron that carry electrical signals from neurons throughout the body. They play a crucial role in transmitting information between different cells and organs of the body.
In more detail:
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Neuron
: A cell that produces nerve impulses.
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Dendrite
: The long, slender part of a neuron's axon that carries these nerve impulses to other neurons or tissues.
Structure Components:
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