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The junction of the axon and the soma of a neuron is called:

A) the neural bridge.
B) the axon hillock.
C) the axon collateral.
D) a synapse.

Axon Hillock

The conical structure at the junction between the axon and the neuron cell body where action potentials are generated.

Neural Bridge

A connection formed between different parts of the nervous system to facilitate communication or signal transmission.

Synapse

The junction between two neurons, where neurotransmitters are released to facilitate communication by electrical or chemical means.

  • Recognize essential cellular and molecular elements of neurons.
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