What is understanding about neuron?
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A neuron is a specialised cell in the nervous system responsible for transmitting information throughout the body. It works by sending electrical impulses across its structure. A neuron has three main parts: the cell body (which contains the nucleus), dendrites (which receive signals from other neurons), and an axon (which sends signals to other neurons or muscles). When a neuron is activated, it sends an electrical signal down the axon, which then reaches the axon terminals and transmits the signal to other neurons or target tissues. This communication is essential for processes like thinking, movement, and sensing the environment. Ne
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