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Unit 2 – Biological Basis of Behavior
Topic 2.8
What role do dendrites play in signal transmission within a neuron?
Dendrites serve as protective covers for the neuron's cell body.
Dendrites receive signals from other neurons and transmit them toward the cell body.
Dendrites generate electrical charges that are sent out to other neurons.
Dendrites release neurotransmitters into the synaptic gap.
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AP Psychology - 2.8 The Adaptable Brain: Neural Fluidity
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