Question

2 - neural structures
learning objective: recognize key neural structures.
a(n) __________ is a long, tail - like structure that branches out from the cell body to transmit messages from a neuron.
a.) dendrite
b.) soma
c.) myelin
d.) axon

Explanation:

Axons are long, tail - like neuron structures for message transmission. Dendrites receive messages, soma is the cell body, and myelin is a sheath around axons.

Answer:

d. axon